Ckapadia:
The hunt for alternative energy sources is on for few decades now and, even after trying several sources, none has come even close to completely replace the fossil fuels currently used. One of the technologies used is to fuel the small electronic gadgets through PEM (Polymer Electrolyte Membrane) cells, which basically uses combination of hydrogen and oxygen, two of the most abundantly available elements on earth, to generate the energy.
Kirun:
WindNest, designed by Trevor Lee and Clare Olsen, combines aesthetics with clean energy generation. The installation is designed for Site #2 in Abu Dhabi, between Saadiyat Island and Yas Island. WindNest was one of the entries in The Land Art Generator Initiative (LAGI) Competition 2010. It’s partly rooted to the ground and partly floating in the open air, trapping both the Sun and the wind energy.
Newsman:
In a recent study jointly conducted by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the University of Texas, researchers have arrived at an interesting conclusion that the time of recharging of electric cars decides the pollution levels in the environment. Read the full story
Dattatreya:
The first thing that came to my mind when I looked upon this unique concept was the term ‘organic supercar’. With its sleek yet sophisticated demeanor albeit fused with its ‘anatomical’ structure, the concept does come across as some futuristic rendition of the biopunk genre.
Niddi:
New Jersey-based industrial and commercial real estate company Avidan Management has revealed a solar panel roof mounted system in Edison, which is being stated as the largest of its kind in the US. Officials from Avidan Management were joined by federal, state and local authorities in welcoming the newly completed 4.26-megawatt solar panel system established on the roof of the company’s distribution facility situated on 145 Talmadge Road in Edison.
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Snigdhadalmiya:
If you’ve been looking for a bike that looks slick and handsome, consumes no petrol and gives a top mileage of 47MPH (75 KPH), your dream has come true with the Doctorbass’s homemade miracle. The vehicle, constructed in Quebec, uses 432 individual battery cells wired into a custom battery pack providing just over 24Ah at 100V. If the technical details didn’t arrest you, I am sure its mere two hour charging period and a performance packed 130 miles per charge will.
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Amalkiran:
Technology drives today’s world and electricity drives technology. The primary source of electricity till date has been from fossil fuels such as coal and petroleum. But as these reserves dry out, there is an urgent need for alternate, cleaner and renewable sources of electric power. The one source that stands out, quite literally as bright as day light, is the sun. Realizing the untapped potential of solar energy, several efforts are being made around the world are looking to harness this energy into more usable forms. Here’s a list of some of the large scale projects that are taking shape as you read and might as well go on to shape our futures.
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CasualTee:
With the world waking up to the concept of sustainability, the meaning is definitely not lost on SOM Architects. The designers have come up with yet another architectural marvel, introducing nature into healing. The proposed Jurong General Hospital in Singapore mentored by the National Health Group invites nature into the built space introducing sustainability into healthcare, playing to the sensitivity of the patient, keeping in mind the holistic healing and health.
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Dattatreya:
Whenever we think of Venice, those romantic and sublime gondolas gingerly drifting across the richly bedecked Grand Canal – come to our mind. But the truth of the matter is that the modern Venetian water taxi has seriously made its mark in the Venetian water transportation system, and are fast replacing the exalted gondolas (’The Tourist’ anyone?). And in context of this commercial direction, Turin-based designer and maker of custom yacht shade systems, OPAC, had developed a new double protection convertible top system. And to give a touch of ‘green’ flavor, they have also incorporated solar panels on its roof top.
Pragyab:
Green technology or clean technology is the latest buzzword. With an attempt to go with the latest trend, General Electric (GE) has decided to change the gas of its refrigerators.
General Electric (GE) has always remained conscious about the conservation of the ecosystem. The launch of a new eco-friendly gas in its refrigerators is just a small step towards proving this fact.
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Pragyab:
With the rise in global warming, we definitely need to take some measures in order to save our planet. Being energy efficient is one of the many ways in which the ecosystem can be conserved. Mexico city has taken a large step toward a greener earth. It is all set to put together an underground shopping mall, designed by KMD Architect.
Jithoo:
Samsung will build an energy complex in Saemangeum, South Korea, for exploring newer ways of creating renewable energy by utilizing wind power and solar power. Samsung has inked a deal with the government of South Korea that enables Samsung to construct the energy complex for producing green energy. The 11.5 square kilometer area will also have a research institute and residential facilities. But this is not going to happen now. It will take some time. We need to wait till 2021. Even then, it’s better wait than never!
Jithoo:
A revolutionary architectural design by California Polytechnic State University students Thomas Shorey, Ryan Nevius and Baptiste Rout will redefine how cities in the future are constructed. They have designed a vertical city – a city that works on sky-surface area. In urban sprawls, there just isn’t enough surface area for new buildings to come. Expansion of office space is next to impossible. So how about expanding one’s office space vertically? In the so called Sky District, multiple vertical floors can be accessed by way of elevators. Not the usual elevators, but fast ones.
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Divyamalhotra:
Zero-energy dwelling has always been a dream for the eco-conscious lot. Universities, researchers and individuals (students) have been making their efforts to realize this dream for long. Lake House is one such zero-energy, sustainable concept house conceived by Emre Şenoğlu. The housing idea aims at utilizing renewable resources to keep things trouble-free while using the least possible input and accommodate a small area so as to cut down the monetary and atmospheric outlays.
Newsman:
Oppenheim Architecture+Design, a Florida-based firm recently released the images of their competition-winning architectural design of a new desert lodge conceptualized in Wadi Rum, the largest pre-historic valley in Jordan. The design artistically amalgamates the architectural modernity with the mystical aura of “The Valley of the Moon”, another name for Wadi Rum. It offers a novel but humbling experience for the humans who wish to remain aligned with the natural environment and still enjoy the comforts of a luxurious getaway. The project seeks to establish new standards of construction in natural habitat and that too without disturbing the essence of the environment.
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Jithoo:
The Neora Concept made its presence felt at the 2011 Shanghai Auto Show. This is a fully electric sedan from Taiwan-based automobile manufacturer Luxgen, a carmaker devoted to making next-generation cars. The Neora Concept has an electric powertrain, well-defined external features, and impressive interior finishing.
Lokenath:
Taking advantage of the windy shores of Ohio, global welding manufacturer Lincoln Electric is considering setting up a giant wind turbine at its US headquarters in Euclid. Lincoln ordered the 443-foot-tall, 2.5 megawatt wind turbine from a German turbine manufacturer Kenersys Europe GmbH and plans to begin assembling it on an enormous tower in May.
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Roopasuresh:
For all environment lovers who ogle at trendy looking bikes, there are a range of drop dead gorgeous bikes which will blow your mind away. Here are ten fastest and trendiest eco-bikes which can match any normal designer bike in speed and looks.
1.Neiman Marcus Mission One
The Neiman Marcus Mission One is a limited edition eco super bike which runs on electricity. It is capable of reaching speeds of 150 mph with a top range up to 150 miles. It costs a whopping $73000 and will feature exclusive anthracite and gloss black color scheme with Marchesini gold wheels.
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Pragyab:
As the price of electricity is ever increasing, a device which can convert the energy already present in the surroundings to electricity can be really helpful. Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed a new energy harvester, which can convert energy from vibrations to electricity.
Vahidv:
Inspired by the Acadia tree, Czech architect Petr Pospisil has introduced a new building design, the Acadia Tree tower. The architectural wonder is proposed to look like an Acadia tree, but with office spaces, elevators, conference halls, accommodation facilities, restaurants and swimming pools. The outstanding thing is that the structure needs minimal footprint in the city it is in, because it raises its head in the city on three massive legs, which will house offices, commercial spaces and elevators to whisk people to the top, the real living space on the structure. The design is definitely a brilliant idea for a dense city.
Mentor2407:
If you see an illuminated object in the night floating in the air around 2000 feet above the ground, you wonder what it could be. The last thing that you can think of it is a power generator turbine running on wind power. A company named Altaeros Energies Inc, founded by graduates from MIT has custom-made a cylindrical airship, nicknamed blimp. Since it is tethered to the ground, rather than free-flying, blimp is technically called an “aerostat”. It is to fly at an altitude of nearly 2000 feet where the winds are powerful and more consistent and is designed to hold a wind turbine in its hollow center. The electricity generated will be carried through a thick mooring cable.
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Sanchita_2011:
After the success of AquaStar1 AS1, the AquaStar scooters have developed another range of underwater scooters – AquaStar2 AS2. This recreational sea scooters are easy to use and affordable comparing to other undersea vessels.
The design of AquaStar2 AS2 is based on its predecessor AS1, only difference is AS2 has an additional seat and an extended helmet. The vehicle is constructed with international components which are known for their reliability and performance.
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Rajashree1111:
Celebrated architect Richard Meier’s architecture firm has designed the W Retreat & Spa Kanai in Riviera Maya, Mexico –– a heaven-like illusion seemingly afloat on a velvet of mangroves. This brilliant piece of architecture is an initiative of Starwood Hotels and Resorts, and is located on the Yucatan coastline.
Sanchita_2011:
MIT researchers have found a way to improve the power conversion efficiency of solar cells. They have used a genetically engineered version of a virus called M13 to help improve one particular step in the process of converting sunlight to electricity.
Dattatreya:
What if there was an intriguing concept that fused both the forms and advantages of a car and a cycle? It may seem revolutionary to some, while it is quirky for others. However, the truth of the matter is it’s not that far-fetched because vehicle designer Ben Herron has exactly done that with his exclusively unique DUNO concept. The concept, in the designer’s own words, is a part electric car and a part unicycle!
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