http://www.trendhunter.com/ http://www.trendhunter.com/images/TrendHunterLogo120x30.gif http://www.trendhunter.com/ 120 30 Environmental Trends en Copyright 2009 2009-07-06T12:49:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tremont-electric-kinetic-generator ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Tremont Electric has introduced a personal energy generator (PEG) that harnesses kinetic energy as a person walks. The nPower PEG transfers the motion as electricity directly to the portable electronic… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tremont-electric-kinetic-generator 2009-07-06T11:39:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoffins ]]> (TrendHunter.com) These sustainable organic bamboo and banana caskets from Ecoffins are perfect for eco-friendly individuals who want to ensure that they are every bit as environmentally-conscious in death as they were… Environmental Trends Life Stages Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoffins 2009-07-06T09:29:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/suv ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Let's face it: With the rise of the green movement, the SUV got a pretty bad rap. Some of it was well-deserved--after all, many SUV drivers could easily do away with their gas-guzzling whips and drive… Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Clusters and Top Lists http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/suv 2009-07-05T22:29:50Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metroship ]]> (TrendHunter.com) If you've always dreamed of living on a houseboat and drifting off to sleep in some faraway port of call, try these MetroShip prefab houseboats on for size. MetroShip sustainable houseboats are comprised… Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture Design Trends Home Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metroship 2009-07-05T17:09:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/forest ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Whether you live in the wilderness or are an avowed city-dweller, these forest getaways are sure to inspire some wanderlust. We've included a wide range of forest getaways, from architecture located in… Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Lifestyle Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Clusters and Top Lists http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/forest 2009-07-05T16:09:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poorgeois ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A new style has emerged and redefined the status symbol of poor. Called, not simply, the Poorgeoisie, this group of wealthy hipsters spends luxurious amounts to look like hobos. Despite the recession,… Marketing Strategy Environmental Trends Luxury Trends Style and Fashion Trends Lifestyle Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poorgeois 2009-07-05T12:30:02Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prison-domes-van-der-sluis ]]> (TrendHunter.com) There is no reason why inmates should be cut-off from the glories of mother earth, that is why designer Van der Sluis created this dome for prisons. This dome is ideal for inmates who are playing sports… Environmental Trends Luxury Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture Design Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prison-domes-van-der-sluis 2009-07-05T11:39:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-sports-cars-dual-motor-ruf-porsche-eruf-greenster-for-2010-product ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The ‘Greenster’ is an all-electric green car married to a classic-looking roadster design. It is the result of a collaboration between RUF Automobile and Siemens Corporate Technology. The Greenster concept… Technology Trends and Gadgets Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends Luxury Trends Lifestyle Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-sports-cars-dual-motor-ruf-porsche-eruf-greenster-for-2010-product 2009-07-04T16:09:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richard-branson-virgin-spa-natirar ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Richard Branson drove a tractor as part of the opening ceremony for ‘The Culinary Center at Natirar’ which is due to open in September at the 90-acre Virgin Spa Resort in Somerset County, New Jersey. The… Business Trends New Ventures and Start Ups Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Food Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richard-branson-virgin-spa-natirar 2009-07-04T15:40:01Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rormaxx-formula-ae-sun-wind-power-concept ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The RORMaxx Formula AE wind-assisted sportscar was conceived by two California high-school seniors, Rory Handel and Max Bricklin. A 285 hp alternating current induction motor will power the racer. SolarPly… Technology Trends and Gadgets Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rormaxx-formula-ae-sun-wind-power-concept 2009-07-04T14:59:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teseo-airianna-solar-powered-beach-rescue-system ]]> (TrendHunter.com) This cool stingray-inspired beach rescue vehicle is solar powered and remote controlled. The concept was designed by Davide Anzalone from Italy and one half of a two-part life-saving system called Teseo+Airianna.… Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Lifestyle Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teseo-airianna-solar-powered-beach-rescue-system 2009-07-04T12:09:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/synchomatics-solar-powered-smart-transit-signs-autodesk ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Syncromatics’ solar-powered signs bring smart transit information directly to the rider at the bus or shuttle stop. The use of solar power reduces the need for costly infrastructure to deliver electricity… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Business Trends Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/synchomatics-solar-powered-smart-transit-signs-autodesk 2009-07-04T10:09:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hb-sia ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The man who flew around the world in a hot air balloon has set his sights on a much more daunting task: Flying around the world in a solar powered plane (the HB-SIA to be exact). Bertrand Piccard started… Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hb-sia 2009-07-03T20:20:01Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-purses-matt-nat ]]> (TrendHunter.com) We have brought you many articles on stylish vegan shoes, but here are a few luxurious vegan handbags made by Matt & Nat. Each Matt & Nat bag is made from up to 55 recycled plastic bottles, and are geared… Environmental Trends Style and Fashion Trends Hip Fashion Trends Jewelry and Accessories http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-purses-matt-nat 2009-07-03T19:50:01Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wind-powered-knitting-machine ]]> (TrendHunter.com) We have seen a lot of gadgets that are solar-powered, but here is something a little more interesting. This solar-powered knitting machine relies solely on the wind, as it knits on its own, taking the… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Environmental Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wind-powered-knitting-machine 2009-07-03T18:19:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toilet-paper-dress-ann-kagawa-lee ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Ann Kagawa Lee is certainly patient. She created a dress entirely out of toilet paper for Cheap Chic Wedding’s toilet-paper wedding dress contest. As if that’s not impressive enough, the dress is actually… Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Style and Fashion Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toilet-paper-dress-ann-kagawa-lee 2009-07-03T17:29:55Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brad-pitt-eco-complex ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Brad Pitt started the ‘Make it Right’ foundation and has released designs for living spaces in Lower Ninth Ward of New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The designs come from an array of… Environmental Trends Celebrity News Celebrity Products Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brad-pitt-eco-complex 2009-07-03T16:09:55Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amor-coetzee-connected ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Amor Coetzee’s ‘Connected’ is a photo set that blends models in with trees and branches in a way that makes me think of our relationship with Mother Earth. In the pictorial, models’ hair is supplemented… Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Modern Art http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amor-coetzee-connected 2009-07-03T15:29:55Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treelife-in-sydney-exhibition-eco-treehouses ]]> (TrendHunter.com) An exhibition of eco-friendly, modern treehouses by The Cool Hunter’s TreeLife will debut in Sydney, Australia in 2010. The treehouses were designed by many innovative and distinguished architects, designers,… Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treelife-in-sydney-exhibition-eco-treehouses 2009-07-03T14:09:57Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/landscape-charles-jencks ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Renowned artist Charles Jencks has announced his ‘Northumberlandia’ landmark which features a nude woman made out of landscape. The project will be located at the entrance to the South East Northumberland… Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/landscape-charles-jencks 2009-07-03T13:09:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keepup-coffee-cup-eco ]]> (TrendHunter.com) You’ve got the beans sorted (free trade and organic, of course), but if you’re still using a take-away paper or plastic cup, it’s time to rethink your take away coffee. The answer to your troubles is the… Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Drinking and Alcohol Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keepup-coffee-cup-eco 2009-07-03T12:40:01Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milkmuny-wallets ]]> (TrendHunter.com) It’s always good to see businesses that are helping the earth and those around them without sacrificing the coolness of their product. Milkmuny does just that and creates a perfect win/win scenario. Milkmuny… Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Style and Fashion Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milkmuny-wallets 2009-07-03T10:49:57Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ct3-personal-commuter-t3-motion ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Renderings of the CT3 electric vehicle illustrate a gorgeous design concept that promises 100 mpg efficiency and speeds of up to 45 mph. Although the EV is in the concept stage, T3 Motion also plans to… Technology Trends and Gadgets Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ct3-personal-commuter-t3-motion 2009-07-02T21:49:52Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halbo ]]> (TrendHunter.com) As gas digits become smaller, apparently so too do the size of the vehicles. The Halbo motorcycle concept designed by Pierre Yohanes Lubis for BMW is actually the size of half of a real motorcycle. The… Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halbo 2009-07-02T21:09:51Z http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/global-warming-innovations ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Global warming is a very serious threat to the lives of not only our endangered species, but every species of animal and humanity itself. With ice melting steadily, many have decided to take action against… Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel News and World Events Regional Trends Clusters and Top Lists http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/global-warming-innovations 2009-07-02T20:10:01Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-vest ]]> (TrendHunter.com) One of the prices people pay for being techies is not having enough power to keep our plethora of devices vibrant and working all the time in any place. It never seems like there’s an electrical socket… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Environmental Trends Pop Culture and Internet Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-vest 2009-07-02T12:29:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abengoa-solar-ps20 ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Martín Soler Márquez, Director of Innovation, Science and Enterprise for the Andalusian Regional Government unveiled Abengoa Solar’s first high-temperature power tower, Eureka, on June 19, 2009. The… Technology Trends and Gadgets Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture Science and Discovery Global Trends and Hip Travel http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abengoa-solar-ps20 2009-07-02T12:19:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dyson-energy-bracelet ]]> (TrendHunter.com) How many times have you needed just those extra few minutes on your cell phone and the power wasn’t there? A new gadget from Dyson named the ‘Dyson Energy Bracelet’ offers you the opportunity to do just… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Environmental Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dyson-energy-bracelet 2009-07-02T09:09:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dandi-maestre ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Dandi Maestre’s bold, colorful, intense, and unique ethnocentric necklaces, rings, bracelets, belts, purses and found objects are seductive to behold and grab the eye when worn. Maestre’s use of shed antlers,… Environmental Trends Luxury Trends Luxury Fashion Style and Fashion Trends Hip Fashion Trends Jewelry and Accessories http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dandi-maestre 2009-07-01T17:59:39Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guerra-de-la-paz ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Guerra de la Paz create some interesting textile sculptures, and this snake head suited man is fitting of their theme. The sculptures by Guerra de la Paz include a giant ceiling design of hanging textiles,… Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Style and Fashion Trends Hip Fashion Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guerra-de-la-paz 2009-07-01T10:59:57Z