Reducing our reliance on non-renewable forms of energy, British designer Matthew Smith has developed a MP3 player concept that harnesses a renewable source of energy. Hailed as “Kinetic MP3 Player,” the futuristic music player, as depicted by its name, runs on kinetic energy generated by the body friction during a jog or even a simple walk. Integrating a joystick to navigate through various menus with ease, the concept MP3 player comes with a built-in kinetic energy... [weiterlesen]

Drawing inspiration from the solar eclipse, designer Hoang Nguyen has developed a personal media player called the “Sony Eclipse”that integrates photovoltaic cells to harness solar energy and juice itself up with renewable energy. Synchronizing the media via Bluetooth, the Wi-Fi device also includes built-in auxiliary input and USB port for uninterrupted entertainment. All the users need to do is affix the device to the window during the day to charge the built-in battery, which packs... [weiterlesen]

The SKARP from IKEA is an ultra efficient kitchen with a heart and soul to take care of all your needs. This futuristic kitchen visualized for 2040 contains some pretty incredible hypothetical technology known to us through concept so far. The kitchen features visionary high tech gizmos like the self cleaning kitchen counters so that you don’t have to bother cleaning them, a fridge that allows you to become a master chef with its interactive 3D screen,... [weiterlesen]

Intended towards disaster relief camps, the Water Systems 200 from Swiss company Trunz is a water filtration system that needs no fuel sets and can be set up within 30 minutes only. Integrating solar panels, the sustainable water filter harnesses renewable energy to clean viruses and bacteria out of any non-saline water source and produce 900 liters of potable water in an hour, while the saltwater version (below) can filter 250 liters per hour... [weiterlesen]

Remember tossing the bag looking for your key in the dark or fidgeting with the door handle trying to unlock it in the dim light? It’s time to say goodbye to all the heavy mess with a light weight, environmentally friendly keychain equipped with three small LED flashlights. The lights which can be used as a torch get powered by solar energy and are hence easy to recharge too. Easy and very... [weiterlesen]

An entry at 2010 Swansea Metropolitan University Degree Show in automotive design, the “VW Solar Powered Supercar” by designer Peter Wilkins is a car concept that demonstrates the aesthetic aspect of eco-friendly vehicles to attract more people toward sustainable commuting. Based on emotion-driven lines of the Volkswagen brand, the supercar integrates photovoltaic cells in its body to harnesses solar energy that powers a mid-mounted hydrogen fuel cell stack for a clean and green drive.... [weiterlesen]

“Cabin in the Garden” is a prefabricated office for all the tired souls seeking a break from the dull monotony of their office interior. Designed by French manufacturer Roland Bena, the 20-square-meter structure is an eco-friendly arrangement made entirely from wood and is well insulated. To save on your energy bill and reduce power consumption, the office uses LED lights and low-power spots too. ... [weiterlesen]

Haier, the world’s largest white goods manufacturer, is trying to make life more comfortable and convenient for people in today’s changing world. The company recently introduced its futuristic Power Pad concept on show at SinoCES. The Power Pad is a water energy saver that captures 15% energy from showering water in the form of heat and returns the same to the tank. ... [weiterlesen]

The Tumble weed house represents Jay Shafer’s philosophy by dreaming big and building small. The tiny houses are built with an aim to reduce our impact on the environment by occupying lesser space. The beautiful free standing houses have been designed with meticulous attention being given to light, warmth, energy efficiency and proportion. ... [weiterlesen]

Drawing inspiration from feathers, Mexican designer Ivan Vela has designed a featherweight electric racing vehicle that harnesses human energy to provide a safe and sustainable ride. Developed for a TOUR competition, “which seeks to disseminate sustainable culture through the power-assisted pedaling through accumulators and stored kinetic energy to manage it through the race,” the Human-powered vehicle features a big sprocket measuring 40 cm in diameter to offer high torque at over 70kph. Accommodating the rider... [weiterlesen]