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Eco Factor: Solar-powered radio uses hand crank as an alternate.

Ensuring that solar-powered gadgets function when there is no sun, has been a headache for most designers for whom it’s hard to integrate an alternate charging mechanism which is…

Eco Factor: Photovoltaic power optimizers from Solmetric for National Semiconductor’s SolarMagic™ power optimizers.

National Semiconductor has announced a deal with Solmetric Corp, which has developed a software tool to estimate the amount of..

Eco Factor: Concept structure heats water with solar energy and plays wind generated sounds.

Designers over at Macosh Design have designed a power base station to compliment the re-vegetation project called Muscheln Marina. The Solaria system is…

Eco Factor: Sustainably constructed house makes use of renewable energy.

France-based Franklin Azzi Architecture have renovated an old hunting house into a modern green dwelling, using smart and sustainable building practices and renewable energy..

Eco Factor: Light installation lamp made from recycled plastic bottles.

We all are aware of the hazardous effects plastic has on the ecosystem once it’s trashed after use. Being aware is one side of the coin and thinking of possible ways to…

Eco Factor: Ecofriendly iPod dock made from salvaged materials.

If you were considerably impressed by the Gramo and the Sound System, but don’t want to take them out for sunbathing every time they’re out of juice, Wood Music might just be…

Eco Factor: Non-polluting jetski gets powered by electric engine.

Jetskis are considered as one of the most un-ecofriendly rides with their fuel guzzling engines ruining the marine life forms in ecologically sensitive areas of the planet….

Eco Factor: Chandeliers made up of recycled plastic spoons.

Japanese designer Daisuke Hiraiwa showcased his incredible work at this year’s ICCF. His inspiration derived from shoals of fish was put into chandeliers, meticulously composed of…

Eco Factor: Structure includes thin photovoltaic film and water management system to reuse gray water.

Another entry for the ThyssenKrupp Elevator Competition to create a tall emblem structure for Zaabeel Park in Dubai, the “Utopia One,” by Cesar B

Eco Factor: Portable battery made from old aluminum can, saltwater and charcoal.

The billions of batteries discarded every year pose a serious threat to the environment and to the scarce freshwater reserves, which provide potable water to billions.