Inhabitat: Here’s a source for gift wrap paper that is as beautiful as it is eco-conscious. Known as The Local Paper , these couture coverings are based on unique themes that are inspired by the designers’ travel, nature, and life. Each elegant wrap comes in 24×36 inch sheets that are Forestry Stewardship Council certified, made with papers that are…
To become a successful entrepreneur you basically need these qualities- Innovation, Hard work, Positive attitude, Confidence, Determination and Courage to take risk. But, no two entrepreneurs are alike. Some of them take more risks than others, while few prefer to play completely safe. Quality is the top most priority for few entrepreneurs but for others quantity is more important.…
TrendCentral: While petite in size, Efergy’s Shower Timer is grandiose in efficiency. This green plastic teardrop tells you how much water you’re using in the shower, even sounding an alarm for those who want to set limits. (It figures out how much water you’re using by the amount of time it takes your shower to fill up the one-liter…
Inhabitat: We have great news for green-eyed New Yorkers who have been coveting San Francisco’s sophisticated electric vehicle charging systems. Beautiful Earth Group , a New York-based sustainable energy company, just unveiled its solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging station in Red Hook, Brooklyn. The new station is the first ever in our city and another momentous stepping stone of…
Reuters: Every fall Americans rake up their leaves, stuff them into paper bags and kick them to the curb without ever thinking about the business opportunity they are throwing away. Michael Dwork used to be one of those people, but that changed during a stint in India a few years ago while the 31-year-old was completing an MBA internship…
5050BIZ is a business-networking Web site that allows you to stay connected with your team, monitor daily activities so you stay focused on your goals. The state-of-the-art tools available inside of 5050BIZ virtual office will improve efficiency among employees and allow you to open new doors to give and gain knowledge, locate products and services and reconnect with business…
Inhabitat: Algae is often touted as the next big thing in biofuels, but the slimy stuff could also be the key to paper-thin biodegradable batteries according to researchers at Uppsala University in Sweden. Eventually, the bio batteries could compete with commercial lithium-ion batteries. Conducting polymers have long been thought to be a solution in developing lightweight, flexible, nonmetal batteries.…
Is finding time a challenge for you? Do you feel like you give your time away, so that you never get to your own goals and priorities? This is not an unusual situation. It is not a character flaw. No – it is a predicament that many struggle with, and one that, with practice, time tools, and skills, we…
Yanko Design: I quite agree with Je Sung Park when he says that disposable cameras and cell phones have gained acceptance, so why don’t we take the next step and bring out a disposable computer. His Recyclable Paper Laptop is quite a raw version and could do with some refinement. It uses recycled paper or pulp material all packed…
Engadget: The just-unveiled medals for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver certainly break with a few conventions in terms of appearance, but it looks like they also contain a few surprises that aren’t immediately apparent — namely, they’re all made at least partly from recycled circuit boards. Of course, the circuit boards have also been recycled beyond recognition, but…