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The Namir by Italdesign Giurigaro - now THAT'S a Hybrid Car!
The Namir by Italdesign Giurigaro - now THAT'S a Hybrid Car!
Posted by Spiana 09/07/2009
This concept sports car is a hybrid that would do 0-60 MPH in less than 4 second, have a top speed of 186 MPH, and can get up to 117 MPG. Sorry, a Prius is nice, but it just can't compete.
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Glow-in-the-Dark Bicycle
Glow-in-the-Dark Bicycle
Posted by thelalalife 07/23/2009
Want to do your part to take your car off the road , but worried about your safety biking at night? To utilize your eco-friendly legs to get you around day and night, check out this new bike made by Puma that will glow in the dark.
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RECYCLED MILK JUGS
RECYCLED MILK JUGS
Posted by BraHe 12/17/2008
Recycled milk jugs make great toys for the holidays!
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SOLAR POWERED NECK TIE
SOLAR POWERED NECK TIE
Posted by j10der 12/04/2008
So you want to do your part to save the environment by utilizing solar power? That’s great, however, a lot of solar products aren’t the easiest to carry around without making you stick out like a sore thumb. Well if you’re really dedicated to the cause, you might check out this solar powered necktie.
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Ready to ditch plastic bags? Good Onya!
Ready to ditch plastic bags? Good Onya!
Posted by j10der 11/20/2008
Check out these great alternatives to plastic bags. Made from parachute material, the Onya Bag folds up into a tiny pouch that you can clip to your keys so it's with you wherever you go!
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EXPLORE, ENJOY, PROTECT
EXPLORE, ENJOY, PROTECT
Posted by BraHe 11/12/2008
The Sierra Club’s Angeles Chapter is now in its 93rd year of involvement in the enjoyment and protection of our planet's environment. The local chapter has 58,000 of the Sierra Club's 750,000 members. The Club’s mission is: "To explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth, to practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources, to educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment, and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives."
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Gorgeously Green: 8 Simple Steps to an Earth-Friendly Life
Gorgeously Green: 8 Simple Steps to an Earth-Friendly Life
Posted by tokipoki 11/12/2008
Are you confused by all the advice you hear and see daily on how to "go green"? Do you want to incorporate earth-friendly practices into your life, but you don't know where to start? Don't stress! Green guru Sophie Uliano has sorted through all the eco-info out there and put everything you need to know about living a green lifestyle right at your fingertips.
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DIY Beer Can Roof!
DIY Beer Can Roof!
Posted by BraHe 09/29/2008
So you use old Aluminum cans to make the roof and it may not serve as much of a permanent structure, but maybe you could use it for your shed... It's a bit of a job to do and obviously take heck of a lot of time, but when you get it done it is absolute gratification!
Chek out the instructions, watch the video and get building your own...
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Newspaper Brick Maker
Newspaper Brick Maker
Posted by BraHe 08/28/2008
Turn old newspapers into fireplace "logs" Save money on wood and put those stacks of old newspapers to good use. Or just break windows the eco-friendly way... well maybe not.
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NO MORE PEDAL POWER!
NO MORE PEDAL POWER!
Posted by BraHe 07/29/2008
This solar-powered trike, a Judges' Prize winner of the Park Tool Bike Month Contest and a Second Prize Winner of the Discover Green Science Fair Contest, can go short distances without emitting any pollutants and never needs to be plugged in.
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NO LONGER A 'DORKMOBILE'?
NO LONGER A 'DORKMOBILE'?
Posted by thelalalife 07/03/2008
With gas prices rising, consumers are looking to new alternatives for everyday transportation. Overcoming it's status as a "dorkmobile," Segway now looks like a cost saving tool with two wheels.
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THE ANSWER TO GAS PRICES
THE ANSWER TO GAS PRICES
Posted by spiana 06/30/2008
Forget about a lame 35, 45, or 55 miles per gallon of gas. How about an SUV that gets 150 mpg! That's what the XH-150 prototype by AFS Trinity does. A group of engineers got together and figured out a better way to design a hybrid car. If an SUV can get 150 mpg, imagine the possibilities! You might get back to paying $30 or $40 bucks to fill up your tank - the good old days!
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CAMPAIGN AGAINST THE PLASTIC PLAGUE
CAMPAIGN AGAINST THE PLASTIC PLAGUE
Posted by tpope 06/29/2008
Plastic bags are the cause of major environmental concerns. It is estimated that an average individual uses around 130 plastic bags per year. Most of them go straight to our landfill and a very small percentage of plastic bags are actually recycled. A reduction in our use of plastic bags is essential in solving the environmental problems stemming from them.
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KIWI COUPLE AIMS TO CREATE NO RUBBISH FOR A YEAR!
KIWI COUPLE AIMS TO CREATE NO RUBBISH FOR A YEAR!
Posted by BraHe 03/19/2008
New Zealanders uses 22 million plastic bags every week and each of us produces 2.5kg of waste every day.

A Christchurch couple has made an unusual New Year's resolution - to create zero rubbish for 12 months.
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These Cups Are Made From Corn!
These Cups Are Made From Corn!
Posted by BraHe 02/01/2008
That's right when your done with them you can just throw them in the compost bin and they decompose back to organic elements.
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Check out Make It Right.
Check out Make It Right.
Posted by tpope 12/12/2007
A green project to help rebuild New Orleans. Brad Pitt is the spokeperson so you can help your fellow man and enjoy his hotness all at the same time.
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HUMAN / ELECTRIC HYBRID?
HUMAN / ELECTRIC HYBRID?
Posted by BraHe 12/11/2007
That's right this just may be the next generation of cars on the road. Low emission?... How about ZERO emission! Check out the video - it's pretty amazing!
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THE WIND TURBINE FOR YOUR HOME
THE WIND TURBINE FOR YOUR HOME
Posted by The Counter 10/09/2007
The 'Magnetically-Levitated Axial Flux Alternator with Programmable Variable Coil Resistance, Vertical Axis Wind Turbine' (one of the longest poduct names I've ever heard!) has just come onto the market. Being small and quiet, this is a great option for green energy generation at your home.
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THE TESLA ROADSTER
THE TESLA ROADSTER
Posted by mck 08/23/2007
Who says electric cars have to be boring? The problem I've always had with electric and hybrid cars is that they are boring sedans. Why doesn't somebody design a convertible or something? I guess someone heard me. The Tesla Roadster is a 100% electric car, does 0 to 60 in about 4 seconds, cost-wise gets the equivalent of 135mpg, and has a cruise range of 200 miles per charge. NOW I'll buy an electric car! (as soon as I have the $50,000 deposit required to reserve one)
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IT'S EASY BEING GREEN!
IT'S EASY BEING GREEN!
Posted by tpope 08/06/2007
Go GREEN and drive a Prius! The environment is something that we all need to be concerned about. The bonus is the AWESOME gas mileage!
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HYBRID TAXI
HYBRID TAXI
Posted by The Counter 05/03/2007
The MiniModal designed by Hybrid Product Design + Development is a hybrid-powered concept car that could function as an ultra-efficient yellow cab or black car. Includes a unique and appropriate shape with emphasis on a robust appearance, greater fuel efficiency, better accessibility for all riders, better use of space in the passenger area, new platform/layout for improved ingress/egress, and better visibility for driver and passengers. Shown at the Design Trust for Public Space Exhibit.
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FUEL EFFICIENCY
FUEL EFFICIENCY
Posted by The Counter 05/03/2007
13% of the energy from the fuel you put in your car is actually used for locomotion. 80% is wasted on idling and engine deficiencies.