2011 January

Prius Galore at Detroit Auto Show

January 22, 2011 By Chris Keenan 1 Comment

This week at the Detroit Auto Show Toyota unveiled it’s latest incarnations of its popular hybrid vehicle the Prius. Multiple Prius (Priuses?) were demonstrated, greatly expanding the line to offer just about something for everyone. Three new models were unveiled by the automaker; a Prius crossover hybrid, a plug-in, and a concept car.

London Eco-Bar Makes Dance Powered Electricity

January 21, 2011 By Dawn Killough 3 Comments

Dancing may not be seen as a way to save the environment, but at a London club it powers the air conditioning, saving precious energy. The science behind the technology, piezoelectricity, creates a current when crystals under the floor press against each other.

Tianjin Eco-City, the Future Model City?

January 21, 2011 By Jennifer Shockley 1 Comment

China and Singapore are the first countries to collaborate and come up with a suitable answer to what future cities may need to be with the Sino-Singapore Tianjin Eco-city.

Micromidas Makes Biodegradable Plastic, Sans Petroleum

January 20, 2011 By Glenn Meyers Leave a Comment

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“A non-petroleum plastic made from organic waste that completely degrades in six months to a year? What’s not to love?” Seriously, you rock Ryan.”

Decorative Panels Provide Calming Influence

January 20, 2011 By Dawn Killough 1 Comment

Duo-Gard has announced that 2011 is the year of Azure Blue for its decorative daylighting panels. The color allows “individuals to bask in a soothing hue of relaxation.” Polycarbonate panels provide an excellent and aesthetically pleasing way to introduce more daylight into interior spaces.