Industrial designer, Andrea Ponti, has developed a laptop that can be entirely charged using the sun. Dubbed “Luce”, the mobile computer has one solar panel on top and a second that is located just under the transparent touch keyboard. With the added solar panels, it would seem that the laptop would be too clunky for the ease-of-travel factor but actually, its very slender with a weight of only about four pounds. The computer…

Green weddings are getting easier than ever. Whether you plan to say ‘I do’ at a church alter or from the overlook of a gorgeous mountain vista, choosing a few green wedding tips will help you ensure that the lasting impression of your wedding is on the hearts of those attending, not on the wildlands you cherish. Planning a wedding yourself? Here are…

The Los Angeles Police Department recently acquired two new electric bicycles in an effort to test them out for patrolling special events – like the monthly bicycle ride Critical Mass in which “the public is riding road bikes that are faster”, the LA Times Reports. “When the police officers ride mountain bikes, we can’t stay up with them over…

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star program has released its tips on how to protect public health and stay comfortable this summer — all while slashing energy bills. According to the government…

Hemp is an eco-friendly and durable alternative to plywood, drywall and other building materials. However, don’t expect to find hemp products alongside pine two-by-fours and gypsum board on your next trip to the American big-box store. Though hemp construction materials are gaining popularity in Europe, drug laws in the U.S. prevent…