Scientists have developed yet another nature-inspired technology, which holds the potential to boost the efficiency of solar cells. The creature, which they mimicked is the moth, or its eyes, to be more precise.
Yet again, a successful use of biomimicry...
An EU-based software and hardware designer with a passion for nuclear physics has invented a background radiation detector for the little guy - inexpensive, easy to use, unobtrusive, and - the best of them all - networked.
Have you ever wondered why some...
The Smart Color LED Solar Garden Light project is revolutionizing Kickstarter. The solar-powered PLAYBULB garden has exceeded their goal ten times, with just over two weeks still left.
Here it is. The technology, which promises to bring up the spirit...
Fuel economy in the automotive industry has been largely dependent on aerodynamics and powertrain enhancements, but lightweight cars are going to take us into the future.
Since CAFE (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) standards were first implemented by the EPA (Environmental...
Fuel cell cars are nothing new, and their price is certainly nothing to sniff at, which makes some people wonder who will adopt the technology.
Of course, paying around $60,000 for a modestly-equipped midsize sedan, because it runs on a...
Are you considering going off the grid completely? If so, here are some tips to keep in mind for maximum success.
For many, going 100% off the grid is a dream come true. Not only that it could save you...
Community solar gardens are growing in popularity across the US. The concept makes it possible for everyone, including renters, homeowners with shaded house roofs, and even residents, who cannot afford solar panels, to take advantage of solar.
About two years ago...
UNICEF's new Innovation Unit is seeing a number of trends in the developing world for this year.
So while 2014 was big data for "the world's most marginalized citizens," this year we will see the market's invisible hand to do...
Ian Wright, one of Tesla Motors' co-founders, is setting his sights on transforming the trucking industry. He and his company, Wrightspeed, are set to electrify trucks, and not just one truck at a time.
Elon Musk and company have transformed...
A toilet that generates electricity from urine and stores it into a fuel cell has been put in use at the campus of University of the West of England in Bristol.
We told you about these guys about two years ago,...
