HP is all sorts of jumping on the green bandwagon after announcing two new desktop computers and a display today. The HP Pavilion Verde Special Edition a6646f and the Pavilion Phoenix Special Edition a6655f promote energy efficiency with EnergyStar compliance and AMD processors.
It seems not all is well with the Tesla Roadster. According to Martin Eberhard, the former CEO and co-founder of Tesla Motors, the car apparently wastes a lot of energy when just sitting parked.
If you have been making efforts to “go green” then you’re no doubt concerned with conserving energy in your home. Heating and cooling often uses a lot of energy and costs a lot of money but with the Ecobee Smart Thermostat, you can get a handle on it, conserve and save.
It’s not often that you see a tricycle for adults, but here one is. This isn’t for those with balance issues, however. The Aquaduct is a tricycle that actually filters dirty water into drinkable water while you’re pedaling.
Solar panels are a well known source of alternative energy. However, they are often discredited for not being very efficient, in that they do not convert as much energy as they could. However, these cylindrical solar panels made by Solyndra generate more energy.
And really it all is in the form. Apparently, the cylindrical shape makes it so more solar cells are in a more compact area. They are, in fact, curved into a glass tube. This increases energy output substantially, especially when compared to the output of a standard solar panel, which is typically flat.
Western Digital has updated and shipped its Eco-friendly Green Caviar drive better than ever. The second generation WD’s Caviar Green hard drives now consume 20 percent less power yet deliver 10 percent more in performance over the previous version.
As global warming and the idea of creating a sustainable society starts to mingle with politics, I thought it was interesting to see the SimCity Societies game modified to have a green focus.
The Spark Lamp, designed by Beverly Ng, is a really cool concept that turns your lamp into a self-sustaining device that can tell you just how much power you’re using. Using LED light, the lamp can be flipped over during the day to recharge itself using solar energy.
The Woody Bamboo flash drive is an interesting green alternative to your standard plastic storage device. It’s the perfect choice for someone looking to “go green” in every aspect of their life.
The future is upon us! In New York City, a few LED streetlights are being tested. And if they’re approved, look to see brand new lampposts that sport LED lights.
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