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Eco Factor: Optimus Prime replica created from recycled materials.

The Transformers movie tempted fans to create something similar from different materials to show their skills at transforming objects. We’ve seen designers try and attempt…

Eco Factor: New system allows homeowners to save energy from their smartphones.

Control4 has unveiled a new energy management system, an application that turns smartphones into remote controls for its system and an app store, which they believe…

Eco Factor: Plastic created from organic materials, including mud.

Researchers opine that out of the total amount of petroleum that is being consumed in the U.S., a staggering 4.6 percent goes into the development of plastics that is further used..

Eco Factor: Net zero energy school gets powered by on-site solar panels.

Mikou Design Studio has unveiled plans for the Docks School in Saint Ouen, France, which will be a sustainable development powered by onboard solar panels. The development…

Eco Factor: Sustainable housing development powered by solar energy.

David Baker + Partners have designed a new affordable housing development in Oakland, California, which will feature 99 sustainable one, two and three bedroom apartments when…

Eco Factor: Zero-emission single-seater car powered by electricity.

Tajima Motor Corp has unveiled an all-electric single-seater vehicle at the 1st EV & HEV Drive System Technology Expo in Tokyo. The vehicle looks much like a Formula car and…

Eco Factor: iPods powered by solar energy.

Apple’s employees have applied for a patent that relates to devices that are powered by onboard transparent solar cells. Dubbed the Power Management Circuitry and Solar Cells, the patent hints at new…

Eco Factor: Concept lights convert waste noise into electricity.

Airports are one of the noisiest places in any city and they do consume a lot of energy as well. Industrial designer Hung-Uei Jou has come up with a concept product that can make…

Eco Factor: Creating farm pods on vacant land in Detroit.

With a median family income under $30,000 and unemployment rate at a whopping 27 percent, Detroit is in need of help. While most residents are not so worried about the condition of the…

Eco Factor: Offshore city to generate renewable energy.

On Office has come up with a striking project to take advantage of Norway’s windy coastline and combine energy generation with tourism. Dubbed the Turbine City, the project will make use…