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South Korea Building 2.5 GW Wind Farm

by Seedorama Staff November 2, 2010

When it comes to wind power, the United States is being overtaken by a foreign country yet agian. South Korea is entering the offshore wind power game with a 2.5 GW project, which will cost about $8.2 billion to build. The wind farm will include about 500 turbines and is expected to be completed by 2019. Companies like [...]

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Recycled Machines Turned Into Furniture

by Seedorama Staff November 1, 2010

Inspired by old factory machinery, comes this collection of upcycled furniture with an industrial twist. Melding sculpture and pragmatism, American designer Tim Byrne refurbishes old steel, cast iron and aluminum spokes, cogs and footings found in factories, re-imagining them anew in his line of robust, height-adjustable desks. Using glass and exotic woods, Byrne updates the heavy [...]

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Designer Plans Massive Solar ‘Serpent’ for Santa Monica Freeway

by Seedorama Staff November 1, 2010

Sweden-based architect Mans Tham went halfway around the world with this design for a serpent-shaped solar skin for the Sana Monica freeway. From afar the solar structure looks like a long scaly serpent, winding through the scenery and covered in a massive array of solar panels that produce a peak of 150 mWhs of clean [...]

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Why Blogging Is Good For Green Business

by Seedorama Staff October 30, 2010

In order to survive, companies must adapt. In our rapid-fire Web-driven world, that often means making the most of modern media tools. Many environmental groups and nonprofits have turned to blogging to engage their audiences and advocate for their causes. Blogging is the least expensive way to market, as it is just a fraction of the cost [...]

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Introducing: The No Impact Project

by Seedorama Staff October 29, 2010

Colin Beavan, the “No Impact Man” captured the national imagination with a year spent without electricity, running water, or creature comforts. Now, Beavan’s feats have inspired many environmentalists to take week-long carbon cleanses through the nonprofit offshoot of Colin’s efforts, No Impact Project. Beavan has traveled the country inspiring people to make green changes in their [...]

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In Ireland, Wind Power Could Reign Supreme

by Seedorama Staff October 28, 2010

In the pursuit of efficient and sustainable wind power, Ireland may be an example for potential investors and capitalists around the world. John Campion, ESB’s Executive Director for Sustainability, recently claimed 42 percent of Ireland’s renewable electricity will be generated by wind in 2020, declaring that his company would be net carbon neutral by 2035. ESB owns Ireland’s transmission [...]

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Arnold Schwarzenneger Reunites With James Cameron To Oppose Prop 23

by Seedorama Staff October 28, 2010

California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenneger is teaming up with the director who put him in the national spotlight to put California on the path towards energy independence. This week, Schwarzenegger joined Avatar director James Cameron for a live webcast from tech company Applied Materials in Silicon valley to premiere a new online commercial opposing Proposition 23. the [...]

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Trash Bag Tells You How Much Energy You’re Wasting

by Seedorama Staff October 28, 2010

While most people speak seriously about wasting energy and resources, many make little to know effort to understand how much they personally waste. With a new biomass garbage bag, people can now efficiently keep track of their energy consumption and waste levels, literally spelling out how much energy could be saved from your trash. Designed by Ahhaproject and [...]

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Hungry Russians Bears Get Their Fill…On Human Remains

by Seedorama Staff October 28, 2010

Humans aren’t the only ones affected by the heatwaves and wildfires that swept Russia this summer. The wildfires destroyed the berries and vegetables that comprise the daily diet of Russia’s bear population. In desperation, nearly 120,00 to 140,00 bears have turned to human remains in the face of famine. The Guardian describes two women from [...]

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Wanted: Mischievous Squirrels

by Seedorama Staff October 27, 2010

Residents in North Swindon, England were victims of vandalism earlier this year. The community was finding their brake cables cut in half, and random acts of vandalism being taken upon their vehicles. Several residents filed multiple police reports leading to local authorities patrolling the area. Despite their efforts of observation, vandalism still occurred and no [...]

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