Snohetta’s Eggum Tourist Stop Celebrates the Norwegian Landscape with Local Materials

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OsmoBlue Discovers a New Way to Turn Waste Heat into Electricity

The heat emitted from waste incinerators, refineries, and data processors could soon become much more useful, thanks to a discovery by the startup OsmoBlue . The Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne Laboratory of Microsystems startup has found a way to convert waste heat over 30 degrees Celsius into electricity that could be used to heat buildings and even power the machines that produce the heat in the first place, Read the rest of OsmoBlue Discovers a New Way to Turn Waste Heat into Electricity Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne , converting heat into energy , data processors , epfl laboratory of microsystems , gas or steam into electricity , heat over 30 degrees can be turned into electricity , osmoblue , refineries , turning heat in the form of air , using osmosis to convert heat into electricity , waste incinerators , water issues        

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Help Save the Gap Filler Shipping Pallet Pavilion in Christchurch, New Zealand!

The Gap Filler Pallet Pavilion in Christchurch, New Zealand, was built as a community space following devastating earthquakes. The recycled shipping pallet pavilion is an incredible facility, but unfortunately it was only ever funded for one year. The organizers have now turned to crowd sourcing to secure funding to keep it open for an additional year. In addition to being a stunning piece of shipping pallet architecture , the pavilion has been a positive beacon amongst the rubble. The people of Christchurch want the facility to stay, but it will take a global fundraising effort to make it happen – check out the crowdfunding campaign here and donate today ! + Pallet Pavilion Pledge Me Campaign + Gap Filler Pallet Pavilion Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: “sustainable architecture” , Christchurch , Gap Filler Pallet Pavilion , green architecture , green design , New Zealand , pallet architecture , pallet pavilion , Recycled Materials , recycled shipping pallet , shipping pallet , sustainable design , Urban design        

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Infographic: Where Are All Our Carbon Emissions Being Stored?

Last week the world reached a grim milestone: Levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide passed 400 parts per million for the first time in human history . It’s widely understood that this is the result of human carbon dioxide emissions. But did you know that without the help of the oceans, plants and soils this figure would already be well above 500 ppm? By analyzing where our carbon emissions come from and where they go we know that less than half of human emissions since the industrial revolution remain in the atmosphere. Although they don’t get much press we should all be thankful to these wonderful carbon sinks. Without them things would be even worse. Learn more at Shrink That Footprint . + Shrink That Footprint The article above was submitted to us by an Inhabitat reader. Want to see your story on Inhabitat ? Send us a tip by following this link . Remember to follow our instructions carefully to boost your chances of being chosen for publishing! Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: carbon dioxide levels , carbon sinks , carbon sinks infographic , Climate Change , climate change infographic , global warming , human carbon dioxide emissions , shrink that footprint        

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Scientists See a Negative Outlook Despite a Recent Stabilization in Global Warming

When it comes to global warming, things may not be quite as bad as we thought. According to a recent study in Nature Geoscience , global warming seems to have leveled off over the past decade, meaning that some of the most dire climate change predictions could be a thing of the past. But while the news is good, it doesn’t mean that we are out of the danger zone. Global warming is still changing life on the planet as we know it. Read the rest of Scientists See a Negative Outlook Despite a Recent Stabilization in Global Warming Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: carbon atmospheric levels , carbon dioxide levels , climate change news , climate change study , CO2 levels , global warming , global warming leveling off , global warming levels , global warming stabilizing , global warming tapering off , global warming temperatures , oceans absorbing heat , understanding climate change        

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NASA Backs Star Trek-Style Replicator That Could 3D Print Pizza In Space!

In preparation for  Star Trek : Into Darkness,  we have been rewatching all of the old Next Generation episodes. One of the series’ most memorable moments is when a crew member casually walks over to a replicator and orders up dinner. Pudding, Klingon delicacies, and yes, even Picard’s “tea, Earl Grey, hot” is just a millisecond away. Now, NASA has announced that it will provide a $125,000 grant to a young mechanical engineer who’s working on a 3D printer that could (almost) do the same thing. Read the rest of NASA Backs Star Trek-Style Replicator That Could 3D Print Pizza In Space! Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: 3d printed , 3d printed food , 3D printing , Anjan Contractor , nasa , nutrition , replicator , space travel , star trek , Technology        

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Rice University Students Create Energy-Generating PediPower Shoes

A group of Rice University mechanical engineering students recently created a pair of energy-generating shoes that are able to create and store electricity with every step. The team’s kinetic energy-harvesting PediPower shoes could be used to power portable electronics and medical devices. Read the rest of Rice University Students Create Energy-Generating PediPower Shoes Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: battery , energy generating shoes , energy-generating-clothing , engineering students , kinetic , kinetic energy , mechanical engineering , PediPowers , rice university        

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Minnesota Lakes Are Contaminated with Cocaine and Antidepressants

Photo via Shutterstock Lake Superior and other bodies of water around Minnesota have been found to contain a disturbing amount of chemicals , including prescription drugs and even cocaine. A recent study by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has found that local lakes and rivers are chock full of DEET, BPA , prescription and even illegal drugs. The 10-year study examined surface waters from the Minnesota area, finding contaminants even along untouched shorelines. Read the rest of Minnesota Lakes Are Contaminated with Cocaine and Antidepressants Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: cocaine in Minnesota Lakes , eco design , green design , Minnesota Pollution Control Agency , sustainable design , water pollution USA        

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ONDU Wooden Pinhole Cameras Bring Craftsmanship Back to Photography

Digital cameras have revolutionized the art of photography. Gone are hours in a darkroom, film, and treasured cameras passed down from one shutterbug to another. Slovenian industrial designer and artist Elvis Halilovi? has created a series of six wooden pinhole cameras in an attempt to bring photography back to its roots. Working to create a simple, attractive, and affordable camera, Halilovi? recently launched a  Kickstarter campaign  to raise funds for the production of his  ONDU Pinhole camera. Read the rest of ONDU Wooden Pinhole Cameras Bring Craftsmanship Back to Photography Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: digital camera , elivs halilovic , Film , heirloom , kickstarter , Leica , magnets , ondu , Photography , pinhole camera , Slovenia , Wood        

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The Best Green Designs From ICFF 2013 Day Two

This year the International Contemporary Furniture Fair during New York Design Week featured over 500 exhibitors, and there was far too much green design goodness to pack into just one post – so we’re bringing you a second serving of the best sustainable furnishings, products and lights from this year’s show. From the world’s smallest chandelier to 3D printers and off-grid hot tubs, read on for our favorite finds from ICFF day two! Read the rest of The Best Green Designs From ICFF 2013 Day Two Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: “green furniture” , design show , eco furniture , energy efficient lighting , green design , Green Design Events , green interiors , green lighting , green products , ICFF , icff 2013 , International Contemporary Furniture Fair , new york design week , New York Design Week 2013 , nydw , Recycled Materials , sustainable design , Sustainable Interiors        

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