New Silicon-Air Battery to Have Unlimited Shelf Life
November 29th, 2009 | by Derek Markham
Non-stop power from a battery with unlimited shelf life. Sounds like a pipe dream, right? Maybe not. Scientists at the [&hellip
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Smart Power Management for EVs Could Revolutionize Electric Vehicle Design
November 23rd, 2009 | by Derek Markham
A new research project, ChargeCar, is developing a knowledge base for conversion of gas powered cars to electric vehicles, and [&hellip
Breakthrough Technology Converts CO2 to Ethanol without Biomass
November 18th, 2009 | by Derek Markham
Producing fuel out of thin air sounds like a pipe dream, but a new process from a biofuel company promises [&hellip
Ethanol Yields Increased 20% by Soaking Corn First
November 16th, 2009 | by Derek Markham
Ethanol production has its detractors in those who point out the inefficiencies of the process and the use of agricultural [&hellip
457 Different Chemicals Released into Air by School Cleaning Supplies
November 12th, 2009 | by Derek Markham
A new study by Environmental Working Group (EWG) found that the typical variety of cleaning products used in schools released [&hellip
Buckminster Fuller Challenge: A Design Science Revolution
October 30th, 2009 | by Derek Markham
Buckminster Fuller spent his life exploring, discovering, inventing and teaching, driven by his intention “to make the world work for [&hellip
Family First Aid Kit: Natural Antibiotics
October 29th, 2009 | by Derek Markham
This comes straight from the pages of Natural Papa, from our friend Derek Markham. The best natural topical antibiotics are [&hellip
Traffic Enabled Navigation Saves 4 Days Per Year, Lowers Emissions
October 28th, 2009 | by Derek Markham
New research from NAVTEQ, a provider of digital map and traffic data, says that using real-time traffic information with a [&hellip
Other World Computing: First 100% Wind Powered Tech Manufacturer in U.S.
October 27th, 2009 | by Derek Markham
Other World Computing (OWC) has become the first U.S. technology manufacturer to be completely powered by an on-site wind generator, [&hellip
Adopt a Solar Panel and Give the Gift of Green
October 23rd, 2009 | by Derek Markham
A new program from renewable energy company EarthSure promises to reduce the costs of solar power and increase the use [&hellip
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Efficiency Resources
Lighting
— How to Use a Light Meter to Set Appropriate Light Levels
— T8 Plug-And-Play LED Linear Bulb Options
— LED vs. CFL vs. Incandescent light bulbs
— True Cost of LEDs
— Outdoor lighting Options
Kitchen Efficiency
— Energy Efficiency for the Kitchen
— How to Install a high-efficiency cache aerator
— How to Clean Your Refrigerators Condenser Coils Or Fan
— Setting the Temperature in Your Fridge/Freezer for Maximum Efficiency
— Energy efficiency tips for the refrigerator and freezer
— Installing a High Efficiency Faucet Aerator
— 9 Energy Saving Tips For Efficient Cooking
— Refrigerator and freezer Temperatures: Find the ideal temperatures and humidities for efficient operation
— 5 Natural Remedies for Deodorizing a Refrigerator
— Natural Cleaning RecipesBathroom Efficiency
— 4 Tips for Energy Efficiency in the Bathroom
— How To Install A Water Efficient Shower Head
— Test The Flow Rate Of Your Kitchen Or Bathroom Faucets
— Replace the Wax ring on the toilet
— Replace the flapper valve on the toilet to eliminate leaks
— How to Install a Toilet tank bag
— Install high Efficiency Shower heads
— Changing The Sink Aerator
— Check the toilet for water leaks
— How To Install A Shower Flow Valve Adapter
— Green Product Review: 1.0 gallon per minute faucet aerator from Niagara ConservationHVAC Efficiency
— Energy Efficiency for Window AC units
— How to clean the furnace motor for efficiency
— Efficient furnace filters
— How To Insulate Your Attic Duct System Step by Step
— How to Insulate Your Electrical Outlets
— Weatherstripping 101
— How To Install A Filter Whistle On Your A/C Unit
— How To Insulate Old Windows Without Buying New: Energy-Saving Window Inserts
— Check (and fill) insulation gaps using a laser thermometer
Laundry & Appliance Efficiency
— Make Your Computer More Energy Efficient
— Setting the Temperature in Your Fridge/Freezer for Maximum Efficiency
— Energy Saving Tips for Washing Machines & Dryers
— How You Can Save Money By Cleaning Your Home Appliances
— How To Clean Your Dryer’s Lint Trap, Screen And Vent
— How to clean a lint vent using the LintEaterYard & Garage:
— How To Test And Maintain Your Car’s Tire Pressure
— Water efficiency for the irrigation systems