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Wait, Don’t Toss That Microwave Oven!

Susan DeFreitas — Sun, 27 May 2012 17:00:25 +0000

A study from the University of Manchester says most microwave ovens that wind up as e-waste in the U.K. could easily be fixed.

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Ikea Light Collection Powered By Sun And Wind

Beth Buczynski — Sun, 27 May 2012 16:00:52 +0000

IKEA launches a new collection of home lighting solutions that are all powered by the sun and wind.

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Clif Bar Headquarters Nabs LEED Platinum

Susan DeFreitas — Sun, 27 May 2012 15:00:10 +0000

Clif Bar's headquarters building in Emeryville, Calif., has taken LEED Platinum for Commercial Interiors for its smart use of solar, among other green features.

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Toyota Goes Small, Sleek For Big Fuel Efficiency

Paul Willis — Sun, 27 May 2012 14:00:18 +0000

Toyota latest minivehicle was launched in Japan recently, boasting top level fuel efficiency for a gasoline-powered car.

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Nest Thermostat: Get Your Hands On It At Lowe’s

Beth Buczynski — Sun, 27 May 2012 13:00:46 +0000

It's the most talked about thermostat ever, probably, and the Nest is now available for hands-on demos – and purchase – at Lowe’s stores across the nation.

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Net Zero Is Bliss At Maharishi University In Iowa

Susan DeFreitas — Sun, 27 May 2012 12:00:33 +0000

The new Sustainable Living Center at the Maharishi University of Management in Iowa was built to operate off the grid with regard to both power and water.

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Solar-Powered Robot Sailboat Aims For World Record

Beth Buczynski — Sat, 26 May 2012 21:00:32 +0000

A solar powered robot sailboat will attempt to remain on the high seas for up to 100 hours without interruption, and without a single human on board.

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Audi Hybrid Set For Le Mans 24 Hours Debut

Paul Willis — Sat, 26 May 2012 20:00:30 +0000

Among the cars taking part in the Le Mans 24 Hours next month will be two hybrids from the German automaker Audi.

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LED Table Lamp Stays Cool While Filling Rooms With Light

Beth Buczynski — Sat, 26 May 2012 19:00:48 +0000

A new Kickstarter project aims to provide the all-encompassing quality of natural light in the form of an energy-efficient LED lamp.

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Solar Powered Micro Data Center Being Tested At Rutgers

Jeanne Roberts — Sat, 26 May 2012 18:00:51 +0000

A micro data center powered by solar energy is being tested out at a university to see if it is viable to manage computing and data processing with solar-generated electricity.

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