Over the years we have seen some interesting and innovative uses of solar energy. Exhibiting yet another ingenious use of solar power is the solar-powered radio. And what’s even better is that you can make it yourself for just $5. So, what are you..
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With the world moving toward a greener future, we can see CFLs replacing the harmful incandescent light bulbs, leaving us with many for recycling. But, recycling these expired light bulbs is not very safe, as filaments and other parts made of mercury.
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We have already seen the sparkling fire in matchsticks, now it’s time to witness their artful side. Brighton-based designer Kyle Bean has created a very realistic looking insect collection entirely from matchsticks. Specializing in hand-crafted…
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Agreed that technology has left no stone unturned to make our lives easier and comfortable, but it also has its share of corns. The technological evolution has intensified harmful pollution by a thousand-fold. In an attempt to warn the urbanites…
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Inspired by nature and trash, Janna Syvanoja’s paper jewelry are one-of-a-kind art pieces that make a great style statement. Used paper, seeds, barks of trees, roots and horsehair have been creatively transformed into jewelry that is delicate,…
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Nepenthes, commonly known as tropical pitcher plants or popular as monkey cups is an example of carnivorous plants, which derive some or most of their nutrients (but not energy) from trapping and consuming animals or protozoan, typically insects and..
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Functional, super comfortable, elegant and green is what I would call this amazing piece of furniture here. Dubbed the “Basic. Love Seat.,” this couch is fashioned out of waste materials like corrugated cardboard, medium density fiberboard and…
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After giving you the flavor of melodious “Vegetable Orchestra”, we now bring to you the chill of glacier ice blended with music. Norwegian percussionist Terje Isungset creates ice music with instruments he carves out of pure glacier ice. Listed…
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How much we hate our dripping umbrellas sopping wet our clean, beautiful dwellings! What if that water messing our house could be utilized in a useful manner? Well, now you can with the “Cavity Flowerpot.” The brainchild of Merve Sarisin, this…
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Fashion marrying sustainability isn’t something extraordinary; we have been seeing that for quite some time now. But, your hot heels nurturing nature is something we don’t get to see very often. Berkeley-based artist Rachel Mahlke gives new life..
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