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Eco Factor: Transparent solar modules for building-integrated photovoltaic systems.

Massachusetts-based Konarka Technologies Inc. has announced that the company has developed transparent solar cells, which would make BIPV (Building-integrated…

Eco Factor: Office building to be constructed from prefabricated “matchboxes.”

Allard Architecture’s “Matchbox” building has been approved by the Amsterdam Aesthetics Committee, which when complete in December 2010, will house 22…

Eco Factor: Device utilizes momentum of a washing machine to generate electricity.

We all know that it’s possible and easy to harness kinetic energy from everything that remains in motion and we’ve seen really weird concepts that claim to…

Eco Factor: Algae harvesting technology for bio-fuel.

Apart from planning space missions and looking for ways to shift mankind to extraterrestrial locations, researchers at NASA are also developing tech that could make Earth a better place to live.

Eco Factor: Solar energy harnessing jacket for soldiers.

Being on a crucial mission and losing mobile power is a soldier’s worst nightmare. However, with green technology nightmares like these could never make it to reality. The GCell PV Jacket..

Eco Factor: Water saving toilet design by Phoenix Product Development.

UK-based startup company Phoenix Product Development has developed a unique air flush toilet system, which the company claims can save up to 84% water accounting to a total of..

Eco Factor: Zero-emission bike powered by electricity.

With electric engines getting better with every passing second, designers have got an option to design unique vehicles for the unique needs of mankind. The Elmoto by Thomas Hentges is designed.

Eco Factor: Plan to generate renewable energy in North Carolina.

Duke Energy has announced that the company will build up to 400 “Mini” solar power plants in North Carolina over the next two years, which when completed will power up to 1300…

Eco Factor: Solar and wind energy harnessing cargo bike.

Bikes are undoubtedly the greenest way to travel, and sooner or later someone would have thought of making use of the wind that blows right into your face every time you go for a ride. Soon.

Eco Factor: Water saving dishwasher concept uses air to clean dishes.

Washing utensils with water might soon be history if industrial designer Hwang Jin Wook’s invention hits the production lines. In a bid to save water, Hwang has designed a…