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Eco Factor: Lighting system powered by solar energy.

Across the world candles are used to make any occasion special and bright. However, most candles are made from paraffin, which is a petroleum byproduct and when lit, it releases a large amount…

Eco Factor: Ecofriendly washing machines to save energy and power.

Panasonic Corp. has announced the development of a new range of water and energy saving washing machines that will be released in China and some other Asian countries in a few…

Eco Factor: Rooftop cargo box made from sustainable materials.

Carrying excessive camping gear is always a problem, especially if you don’t want to spoil the look of your car by tying those fold-up tents to the roof rails. Yakima has launched a..

Eco Factor: Zero-emission car powered by electricity.

Chrysler’s much anticipated NEV has finally been showcased. Peapod, as the car has been christened, has been designed for you to drive around your city without worrying about your carbon…

Eco Factor: Direct Methanol Fuel cell batteries by Samsung.

Instead of claiming batteries that can power your laptop for months without a recharge, Samsung is making humble claims this time with their newest Direct Methanol Fuel Cell (DMFC), set…

Eco Factor: Energy-efficient Lighting fixtures.

UK’s first energy-efficient lighting company Ray Lighting has launched a stunning new range of fixtures that shows the twists and turns of energy-efficiency. Dubbed the Pipe Collection, the range…

Eco Factor: Recycled cardboard furniture.

Designed by Pedro Gomes, the Compact concept furniture is made from cardboard and recycled polypropylene, which promises greener interiors to all eco-minded home owners. The furniture is designed to be…

Eco Factor: Full color, energy-efficient LED lighting system.

Taiwan-based Everlight Electronics has announced the availability of the EHP-B02 3 in 1 Full Color LED in a new surface mount (SMT) package. The EHP-B02 combines the benefits of high…

Eco Factor: Hotel builds new suite from Boeing 727 fuselage.

We’ve seen aircraft fuselages being converted into green hotels in the past too, and the Hotel Costa Verde in Costa Rica is doing just that to make your next Costa Rican trip…

Eco Factor: Renewable energy generating architecture produces hydrogen for electricity.

Students at the University of Waterloo have won this year’s Hydrogen Student Design Award hosted by Hydrogen Education Foundation with a building concept…