Art With a Hint of Conservation

Transforming Shattered CDs into Animal Sculptures - My Modern Metropolis:

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Some people are really talented, and resourceful! I'm always impressed when someone can take something that would end up in a landfill and turn it into something beautiful. I would say these sculptures rise above just being crafty. His use of color, movement, texture, and the posing of the animals definitely speak to a higher art. Below are a few of my favorites.

Powertrekk | A fuel cell charger for instant power anywhere

Powertrekk | A fuel cell charger for instant power anywhere:

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Off the grid power for your phone (and other USB devices), just add water...brilliant!  However, from a quick search on the Internet, it seems it might only cost about $0.12 to charge a cellphone.  And, seeing that this unit will cost $229 or so, it might take some time to make up the cost.  I guess the real intention for this device is for hikers/explorers/no-man's-land-wanderers who will be away from a power source for a long time.  In that case, it would be a very useful device to have handy.

OLED Solar Sunroofs Coming to a Car Near You : TreeHugger

OLED Solar Sunroofs Coming to a Car Near You : TreeHugger:

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Here is a pretty cool idea. I'd like to see more solar power integration with automobiles. It would be nice if they could make all of the windows, or at least ones in the roof, into a solar panel to at least power some of the accessories.

Bamboo Bottle Company | For The Best Reusable Water Bottle, Go Bamboo

Bamboo Bottle Company | For The Best Reusable Water Bottle, Go Bamboo:

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There's a lot to like about this water bottle.  Now, if only they had the one I wanted to get my wife for Christmas at the local retailer.