Ethonomics

First Hydrogen Fuel Cell-Powered Plane Takes to the Skies

BY Ariel SchwartzThu Jul 9, 2009 at 7:01 PM

The world's first plane powered solely by hydrogen fuel cells took off on its maiden flight Tuesday from Hamburg Airport in Germany. The Antares DLR-H2's 10-minute flight showed off the plane's 105 mph speed capabilities and quiet ...READ»

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Washington State Planning World's Largest Solar Photovoltaic Project

BY Ariel SchwartzThu Jul 9, 2009 at 5:28 PM

The world's biggest solar photovoltaic project won't be in a conventionally sunny spot like Nevada or Arizona. It will be four miles north of Cle Elum, Washington, if the Teanaway Solar Reserve project goes as planned. Currently, ...READ»

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Cell Phone Towers Could Predict the Next Hurricane Katrina

BY Ariel SchwartzThu Jul 9, 2009 at 6:31 PM

Cell phone towers can do more than just satisfy our need for constant communication; they might be able to save us from major floods, according to researchers from Tel Aviv University. Professor Pinhas Alpert and colleagues report in ...READ»

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The Ultimate Greenwash: GM Might Change its Corporate Logo from Blue to Green

BY Ariel SchwartzThu Jul 9, 2009 at 5:04 PM

It's not a done deal yet, but GM is reportedly considering a change from its traditional blue logo to a green one that shows consumers it is lean, green, quick-thinking and focused on fuel efficiency. A word of advice for GM: this ...READ»

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Radiation on the High Seas: First Floating Nuclear Power Plant Going Online in 2012

BY Ariel SchwartzThu Jul 9, 2009 at 1:23 PM

Nuclear power is one of the most controversial energy-generating methods, mainly because of safety and terrorism concerns. But that hasn't stopped the United Industrial Corporation, a Russian manufacturer, from pressing forward with ...READ»

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The Banning of Bottled Water

BY Colin DoodyThu Jul 9, 2009 at 12:50 PM

The hazards of bottled water, both for our world and our wallets, have been well-known for a while. But now the Australian town Bundanoon is trying an unprecedented move to set the clock back to a simpler and more environmentally-friendly time — by banning bottled water altogether. Could the US be next?READ»

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The Banning of Bottled Water

BY Max LinskyThu Jul 9, 2009 at 5:30 PM

The hazards of bottled water, both for our world and our wallets, have been well-known for a while. But now the Australian town Bundanoon is trying an unprecedented move to set the clock back to a simpler and more environmentally-friendly time — by banning bottled water altogether. Could the US be next?READ»

CHILD CARE | Comment

The Importance of Family Vacation

BY DeeDee SchultzThu Jul 9, 2009 at 11:45 AM

Reinforcing the bonds that make up the family unit is very important and is best accomplished the children are younger. It establishes the role of the family as something important and full of memories. Creating ...READ»

Highlights From Fast Company's Alternative Energy Forum

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Fast Company's Alternative Energy Forum Highlights [video]

Wed Jul 8, 2009 at 8:57 PM

Fast Company recently organized a forum devoted to exploring the role business can play in developing sustainable, alternative energy. Here are some highlights from the event.READ»

ENVIROFIT | Comment

Envirofit's $25 Clean-Burning Cooking Stove Is Ready for the Developing World

BY Ariel SchwartzThu Jul 9, 2009 at 12:55 PM

Envirofit International is already known for its clean-burning cooking stoves, which have been on the market since May 2008. Since then, the stoves have reached 60,000 customers. Over the next five years, these stoves could reduce ...READ»

TAMPA CLOSETS | Comment

Come Out of the Closet – Tastefully

BY James Talarchyk Wed Jul 8, 2009 at 4:42 PM

Knowing what your closets are made of is essential if you want quality that lasts. READ»

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T. Boone Pickens Scrapped the World's Biggest Wind Farm. Now What Happens to U.S. Wind Power?

BY Ariel SchwartzThu Jul 9, 2009 at 11:50 AM

Wind power in the U.S. appears to have taken a turn for the worse this week with T. Boone Pickens' announcement that he is scrapping plans to build the world's biggest wind farm in Texas. But according to the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), the wind situation isn't too dire--yet. te9ju5mi2aREAD»

TAMPA CLOSETS | Comment

Call It a Walk-In with Class

BY James Talarchyk Wed Jul 8, 2009 at 4:41 PM

Making your living area into something that is really special requires the quality of custom designed and built wood closets.READ»

TAMPA CLOSETS | Comment

The Solutions for Living Are Wood

BY James Talarchyk Wed Jul 8, 2009 at 4:41 PM

It's not often a company can boast that its products are not only made in the USA, but don't have one shred of particleboard in them.READ»

TAMPA CLOSETS | Comment

Product Quality: An Issue in the 21st Century

BY James Talarchyk Wed Jul 8, 2009 at 4:40 PM

Product quality is a serious issue in the 21st century and when consumers have the chance to shop quality that endures, a small business product niche thrives.READ»

AUSTIN INJURY LAWYER | Comment

The Intersection Conundrum

BY Jack ZindaWed Jul 8, 2009 at 3:50 PM

It appears that close to 45% of all car crashes tend to take place in or close to an intersection.READ»

AUSTIN INJURY LAWYER | Comment

Car Crash Stats Are Dismal

BY Jack ZindaWed Jul 8, 2009 at 3:49 PM

It's a fact. Car crash statistics are particularly dismal, with an estimated over 6 million collisions a year in America. READ»

AUSTIN INJURY LAWYER | Comment

Trucking Accident Destruction

BY Jack ZindaWed Jul 8, 2009 at 3:49 PM

Whenever there is a collision with a big rig, the results are usually devastating to all those involved.READ»

AUSTIN INJURY LAWYER | Comment

It's the Prescription Drugs that Cause Truck Accidents

BY Jack ZindaWed Jul 8, 2009 at 3:48 PM

The more big rigs there are on the highways, the greater the chances for a sharp rise in 18-wheeler accidents.READ»

BRIDGESPAN | Comment

Developing Stronger and Smarter Business Executives

BY Alice KorngoldWed Jul 8, 2009 at 2:39 PM

“Tough times lead to tough choices, but there is a tangible opportunity for nonprofits to emerge stronger and smarter,” according to The Bridgespan Group’s “Managing in Tough Times: May 2009 Nonprofit Leaders ...READ»

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Income Based Repayments | Now That's School Reform

BY Max LinskyThu Jul 9, 2009 at 12:51 PM

Essentially, the option allows those with student loans to make payments based on their discretionary income, not fixed rates. With special incentives if you choose to work for the government or education, like debt forgiveness. READ»

BAMBOO TAXI | Comment

Bamboo Taxis Arrive in Philippines Town

BY Ariel SchwartzThu Jul 9, 2009 at 10:18 AM

We've written about bamboo bikes before, but the Philippines rice farming town of Tabontabon has taken the bamboo transportation craze to new heights with bamboo taxis. The taxis, commissioned by Tabontabon mayor Rustico ...READ»

MICROGRID | Comment

GE's Building Smart Microgrid for the Military

BY Ariel SchwartzWed Jul 8, 2009 at 3:39 PM

Military bases are often in isolated or disaster-ridden locations, which makes them ideal candidates for microgrids, or self-contained power grids. GE is capitalizing on the military's need for reliable power in all circumstances with ...READ»

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Zipcar Adds Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles to its Fleet

BY Ariel SchwartzWed Jul 8, 2009 at 5:14 PM

Car-sharing service Zipcar knows that plug-in hybrids are coming down the pipeline fast--witness Toyota's announcement this week that the plug-in Prius is due for release in 2012--and it's wasting no time in positioning itself for their arrival. td8xmcrzw9READ»

KINETIC ENERGY HARVESTERS | Comment

Drive-Through Goes Green: Burger King Installs Kinetic Generators

BY Clay DillowWed Jul 8, 2009 at 1:51 PM

A New Jersey Burger King is flipping its image by installing kinetic energy harvesters in its drive-though lane to convert energy from slowing cars to electricity. READ»

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