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New puncture-proof tyre reduces waste and space

18th May, 2012 by Mihaly Zimonyi | Add a comment
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Bridgestone, the largest tyre company in the world, offers a promising innovation for small city cars.

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Greening Gaza with eco schools

17th May, 2012 by Anonymous | Add a comment
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The Gaza Strip will soon have up to 20 schools that combine water recycling, renewable energy and traditional Islamic features for shading and ventilation.

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Paint your roof with solar power

10th May, 2012 by Anonymous | Add a comment
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A researcher believes thermoelectric paint could bring affordable DIY solar energy to the market within five years.

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Silver ink promises cheaper, more efficient PV       

9th May, 2012 by Anonymous | Add a comment
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Researchers have developed a conductive ink that can print high-performance electrical circuits on flexible surfaces, including solar panels.

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Can self-healing circuits cut e-waste?

1st May, 2012 by Roger East | Add a comment
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Researchers hope to extend the life of electronic devices by enabling circuits to fix faults as they occur.

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Does your washing machine know when the wind will blow?

26th April, 2012 by Anonymous | Add a comment
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‘Smart grid-ready’ appliances could soon moderate their energy use based on availability.

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Electric motor racing comes of age

23rd April, 2012 by Anonymous | Add a comment
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With powerful engines and no need to change gears, electric cars are proving serious contenders in the high-octane world of motorsports.

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MIT introduces modular, foldable car

20th April, 2012 by Anonymous | Add a comment
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In partnership with Denokinn, an investment group, MIT is piloting a new ‘urban transport system’ in Spain, featuring cars that can adapt to a city’s fast-changing environment.

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Awards raise standards in sustainable construction

17th April, 2012 by Roger East | Add a comment
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Green ratings, from LEED to CEEQUAL, are pushing contractors beyond mere compliance on environmental regulations – and reaping rewards for both the developers and their clients.

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Bio-light runs off luminous bacteria

13th April, 2012 by Roger East | Add a comment
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Philips is designing applications for bioluminescence, using light-emitting bugs instead of conventional bulbs. Potential uses for this technology range from safety strips along stairs to simple park lighting.

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