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Washington, DC – Environmental Film Festival

August 5th, 2010 | Comments Off | Posted in Events / Conventions

The 19th Annual Environmental Film Festival of the Nation’s Capital is proud to present 155 diverse and thought-provoking films, including 66 Washington, D.C., United States and World premieres, that celebrate the wonder of the natural world and illuminate the growing challenges to life on earth.

This year, the Festival explores the vital connections between food and the environment. What we eat is essential to our health and wellbeing; how food is produced and transported to our tables affects the condition of our planet.

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Washington, DC – Green Festival

August 5th, 2010 | Comments Off | Posted in Events / Conventions

The Green Festival is coming to DC. Are you ready to experience the good life? The Green Festival is a joint project of Global Exchange and Green America, celebrating what is working in the community – for people, businesses and the environment. The festival will take place in the Washington, DC Convention Center, during October 23-24, 2010.

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Android – The new market leader!

August 2nd, 2010 | Comments Off | Posted in Science / Technology

Android has exceeded expectations since its launch in the market. According to Google 160,000 new Android-powered devices are sold every day. Android currently accounts for 27% of the U.S. market, while Apple only controls 23%, according to Nielsen. Its open source platform attracts more Customers, its platform is updated for free, and you can download free applications. It is expected that by the end of 2010 Android will launch its new version 3.0.

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HTC1 Concept

July 29th, 2010 | Comments Off | Posted in Science / Technology

Will HTC adopt the minimalist concept of the HTC1, designed by Andrew Kim?

Inspired by metal coffee cans, retro cameras, watches, and other products already on the market, Andrew takes the initiative to build an ultra modern minimalist concept. The new phone would have a new operating system to reflect the minimalist idea. It will have two speakers to make it more ergonomic. The concept goes so far that it also includes an ultraviolet light to kill the microorganisms that live on the screen due to the constant contact with our hands and face.

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Save Energy with GE Nucleus

July 29th, 2010 | Comments Off | Posted in Science / Technology

General Electric unveiled a week ago a new device, Nucleus, which will help reduce power consumption in your home. The device can be connected to any electrical outlet, and using the software on your computer you can watch and control power consumption.
Create a Smart Home with Nucleus
Nucleus is designed to allow you to build a home energy network, connecting to a home energy meter*, appliances, thermostat and other electronic devices, such as your television, pool pump, and HVAC.
The hand-sized Nucleus plugs into any standard electrical outlet, and is designed to wirelessly gather power usage information—from whole home consumption to individual smart appliances.
Install the software (included) on your home computer view and manage your electricity use. You can also download an innovative new smart phone application for even more energy monitoring and management.

General Electric unveiled a week ago a new device, Nucleus, which will help reduce power consumption in your home. The device can be connected to any electrical outlet, and using the software on your computer you can watch and control power consumption.

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When Humans Ruled the Earth

July 29th, 2010 | Comments Off | Posted in Government / Society

This is how graphic designer Stephen Ong describes humans and our consumption addiction. The artist compares the human being with a giant machine that consumes, processes and destroys. Basically he is absolutely right. Our desire to consume is the only excuse that corporations have to continue with their production of goods. If we reduce our excessive consumption, businesses will be forced to reduce production of goods.

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Peapod Electric Car

July 28th, 2010 | Comments Off | Posted in Cars / Transportation

The cute Peapod Electric Car, designed by Chrysler is a futuristic electric vehicle. Its rounded form allows enough interior space for four passengers. The dash board includes a center dock that can accommodate an iPod or iPhone. In size, the Peapod is about the same size than a Mini Cooper. It uses no gasoline, emit no pollutants, and can be charged like an appliance.

The Peapod is a low-speed vehicle. It can go on any road with a posted speed limit of 35 miles per hour. A single charge of 6 to 8 hour can take you up to 30 miles. It’s made of over 95% recycled and recyclable materials.

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Zero-Emission Eco Taxi

July 28th, 2010 | Comments Off | Posted in Cars / Transportation

Designed by Slava Saakyan Studio, the Eco Taxi is a solution to ecological problems in cities. Eco Taxi’s goal is to improve the urban environment, improve the comfort of urban traffic, and redefine transportation with environmentally friendly cars.

The interior of the Eco Taxi is light and comfortable, making public transport pleasant. The low-floor ensures easy entry and exit, and gives passenger the opportunity to stand in the cabin of a full-length.

This is a project of green-taxi. The solution of ecological problems not only make life in cities more healthy and pleasant, but also enhance the status of the city that has used this type of transport.
The aim of the project Eco TAXI: improving the urban environment, improving the comfort of urban traffic, making transport a new face in the form of environmentally friendly cars.
These problems are solved ECO TAXI – minibus, analog Gazelles. Scope: shuttle bus, school minibus, sightseeing bus for preservation and parks, the car is the postal service, Distribution van, etc.
Interior ECO TAXI – A light and comfortable interior, making travel in public transport comfortable and pleasant, low-floor ensures easy entry and exit, and gives passengers the opportunity to stand in the cabin of a full-length. All of this allows a person to get to work in a good mood and increase efficiency.

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