Archive for June, 2009
By Dan (EnviroGadget Writer) on June 17th, 2009
The Eco Mouse features an eco button that will put your computer into standby mode when you press it. The button puts a computer into a special eco-mode, which is a state where your PC uses the least possible energy whilst still being switched on. The idea is that when you’re leaving the computer idle and switched on for a period of time, you put it into eco mode. When you need the computer, you press the button again to wake the computer up. (more…)
By Dan (EnviroGadget Writer) on June 16th, 2009
We seem to take batteries for granted these days, barely giving them a second thought. Most gadgets need batteries in one form or another, and most batteries are not great for the environment. Rechargeable batteries reduce the number of one-use batteries that we use, but rechargeable batteries still use harmful materials.
Well here are some interesting facts about batteries to encourage you to think a little more carefully about what batteries you buy. (more…)
By Dan (EnviroGadget Writer) on June 16th, 2009
The Neuton CE 6 Mower is a rechargeable battery-powered lawn mower for the garden. Rather than using a petroleum-based fuel, the mower just uses batteries. A single charge of the 360kWh battery is enough to mow up to 15,000 sq. ft. or 1/3 acre of grass. (more…)
By Dan (EnviroGadget Writer) on June 15th, 2009
The Solar Powered Clock is a simple solar-powered clock gadget that runs entirely on solar power in order to work. The clock comes with two sets of hands so that you can either wall-mount the clock or have it free-standing. (more…)
By Dan (EnviroGadget Writer) on June 12th, 2009
The Eco-Friendly Pocket Shower is ideal if you’re out and about, but likely to need a shower in the middle of nowhere. The shower zips into a 45mm x 80mm x 140mm pouch and weighs just 120g, but when unfolded, it can hold up to 10 litres of water. You basically fill the shower up with water, leave it in the sun for a few hours to warm up, and then wash! (more…)
By Dan (EnviroGadget Writer) on June 11th, 2009
I do love these odd eco gadgets. Well, perhaps love to hate. This solar-powered turntable will rotate up to 200g of junk using nothing but the sun’s energy. 200g is very little weight, so you couldn’t use it for a plant or anything. (more…)
By Dan (EnviroGadget Writer) on June 10th, 2009
The Nexus Drive Solar Pro is a solar-powered Bluetooth gadget that allows you to use your mobile phone safely and legally, but without needing to use batteries or the car charger to top up the handsfree kit battery. Two hours of bright sunlight will give you roughly an hours talk time on your mobile phone. (more…)
By Dan (EnviroGadget Writer) on June 9th, 2009
The Sensaris Bluetooth Device is a air quality and noise monitoring gadget that relays data back to a central server over the mobile phone networks. Using the Bluetooth functionality in your phone, it will relay air and noise conditions along with your current GPS location. All this data is then made available to people who may or may not have a Sensaris gadget. (more…)
By Dan (EnviroGadget Writer) on June 8th, 2009
For those who love eco toys, here’s a 6-in-1 Solar Powered Robot Kit where you can make a dog, a boat, a moving plane, a car, a windmill and a desktop plane! Although the robot kit is aimed at kids, I’d be more than happy to have one of these on my office desk. Using just 25 parts and no screws, you can easily make each of these designs using just solar energy for power. (more…)
By Dan (EnviroGadget Writer) on June 5th, 2009
Recently, the NoPoPo Batteries where released. The NoPoPo batteries use urine to provide battery power. The battery is made from carbon and magnesium, and uses urine (as well as other liquids like beer, sake and cola) as an electrolyte to generate an electrical current. Well now the Japan Trend Shop is offering a NoPoPo Urine Powered Torch and Lantern gadget. The torch uses a bright white LED which can be used in lantern or flashlight mode. (more…)
