Energy & Fuel
environment
Spark My Spokes: 7 Amazingly Cool Electric Bikes
So electric bicycles are a thing... but make no mistake, they're no passing fad.…
Science & Research
Spherical Lens Produces 4X More Energy Than Solar Panels
Could photovoltaic panels quickly become a thing of the past, with strange-looking…
solar power
Solar-Powered LED Clothespins Light Up Urban Nights
While we can’t exactly call this a ‘sustainable’ version of a clothespin,…
solar power
Electric Bike Powered by Sunshine – No Battery Required
The sun can power everything from your iPhone to your entire house, so why not…
Power Plant of the Future: Floating Solar Array in Japan
Wouldn’t it be nice to look at glittering platforms of solar cells floating just…
Biomimicry
Nearly-Invisible Wind Turbine Inspired by Dragonflies
The same mechanism that enables a dragonfly to remain stable in flight is being used…
art
Breathing Animated Solar LED Pavilion Lights Up the Night
What looks like a beautiful, delicate mesh sculpture by day comes alive at night…
Sustainable Architecture
Cutting Edge Green Architecture: 12 New Building Designs
Green roofs, energy-conserving facade designs, natural ventilation and lots of…
solar power
Architecture For a Change: Off-Grid Prefab Pod in Africa
In a rural area of South Africa, where most settlements are outside the transmission…
solar power
Solar Charging Car Canopy Unfurls From the Trunk
Charging electric cars with the power of the sun could get a lot more convenient…