Green news and more V6.1

Bringing you, your weekly positive Green related articles. Hope everyone had a good and safe New Years.
Finally got some snow here, only a few inches, but still nice to have.

Revolutionary recycled cardboard mini batteries can charge your phone in a hurry | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Check out this adorable igloo made entirely out of recycled milk jugs | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Researchers find new way to beat antibiotic-resistant infections | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Menis Architects' Agora Garden is a rock-like residential tower wrapped in vegetation | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Solar powered cell phones are a ray of hope for third world citizens - Promoting Eco Friendly Lifestyle to Save Enviornment - Ecofriend

Tech industry shows its love for solar powered data centers - Promoting Eco Friendly Lifestyle to Save Enviornment - Ecofriend

Three Gorges Dam Breaks Hydropower Record : Discovery News

Must See Planet Pics: Top Shots of 2014 : Discovery News

Photo: A stunning view of Moraine Lake : TreeHugger

This solar-powered EV charging solution for apartment dwellers is totally rad : TreeHugger

World's largest tidal energy power plant (269 turbines) to begin construction in Scotland : TreeHugger

Good news for 2015: compostable clothing : TreeHugger

 

Part 2

Solar and wind power are now cheaper than coal or natural gas in some markets | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Two teens launch a 100% all-natural wood watch company in hopes of funding Alzheimer’s research | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Habitat for Humanity now focusing on renovating rather than building from scratch | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

This solar-powered device keeps fruits and veggies fresh without a fridge | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Sustainable home designs that rely on bamboo - Promoting Eco Friendly Lifestyle to Save Enviornment - Ecofriend

2015 is Year of the Sunflower: Photos : Discovery News

Tree-Shaped Wind Turbines Blend Into the Scenery : Discovery News

Chevrolet gives us a sneak peek of the new Volt at CES 2015 - CNET

Photo: Tropical moth’s wings are like a collage of tree bark : TreeHugger

Is Fitbit a tool for greener transportation and better cities? : TreeHugger

How to cook and save money while travelling : TreeHugger

"The Mediterranean Zone" is a diet book that everyone should read (book review) : TreeHugger

 

Part 3

Green Design Predictions for 2015 | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

The beautiful and ergonomic OneLess Desk nests together to help save precious floor space | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Pope Francis will urge Catholics to combat climate change | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Four generations live under an energy-efficient and bioclimatic roof in France | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Americans Want America To Run On Solar and Wind - Forbes

California starts building its high-speed train system

Why sitting will kill you (and what to do about it)

This smart pedal turns any bike into a smart bike - CNET

The top ten culture posts from 2014. : TreeHugger

The top ten food posts of 2014 : TreeHugger

Delicious jewelry made from recycled vintage silverware : TreeHugger

Wakati solar-powered food preserver keeps produce fresh longer in developing areas : TreeHugger

 

Part 4

6 Green Ways to Help You Keep Your New Year's Resolutions | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

VIDEO: How to install solar panels on your car | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Africa's largest wind farm will power 1.5 million homes | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Philadelphia sends old dollar bills up in smoke for energy | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

The New Chevy Volt First Look: Less Concept, More Sedan

Goal Zero Sherpa 100 Solar Kit Review: The Solution To Off-Grid Power?

Dust Off That Day Planner For These Compact Solar Charging Panels

A Laser-Powered Nanosensor Could Spot Extra-Terrestrial Life

Photo: The rust, white and blue of an Eastern bluebird : TreeHugger

The (mostly) top ten green architecture posts of 2014 : TreeHugger

Five New Years' Resolutions for green building : TreeHugger

4 reasons why CrossFit really works : TreeHugger

 

Part 5

Safer sonar protects dolphins while providing better images | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Cinch! is a solar-powered and spacious pop-up tent that sets up in seconds | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

White Castle’s Craver Nation finally open to vegetarians and vegans | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Invisible canoe offers full view of the world under the sea | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Inhabitat's Top 9 Interviews of 2014 | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Elon Musk's Hyperloop just got one step closer to reality | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Throwing Out Gadgets Will Be Illegal in New York Starting Next Year 

How the Smithsonian Is Restoring the Original USS Enterprise Model 

Elon Musk's Xmas gift: Roadster 3.0 upgrade with 400-mile range, Model S upgrade to come eventually : TreeHugger

Traffic in central London moves at the same speed as horse-drawn carriages : TreeHugger

Smart bikes warn cyclists of oncoming obstacles : TreeHugger

Saidonia Eco: Eclectic charm, created using recycled fabrics : TreeHugger

 

Part 6

INTERVIEW: Foraged foods and sustainable design blend beautifully in this elegant Montreal restaurant | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Scientists discover that trees yelp when they're running out of water | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

New inexpensive spray-on solar cells turn (almost) any surface into a power plant | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

3D printing can create more comfortable and affordable prosthetic limbs | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Russia to create 'Noah's Ark' with the DNA of every animal on the planet | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Revolutionary U.K. project is experimenting with algae to turn toxic mine waste into biofuel | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

How to recycle your holiday tree | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Inhabitat's top 6 green technology and science stories of 2014 | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

A vegan weekend in San Diego : TreeHugger

Milkweed could be nature's answer to oil spills : TreeHugger

Photo: The purple ombré of delicate milkweed petals : TreeHugger

Modern classic jewelry made with recycled domino & Scrabble pieces : TreeHugger

 

Part 7

Torchia is a portable emergency flashlight powered by solar energy | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Maui is winning the war against Monsanto | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

VIDEO: How to Save Money and Energy with a Programmable Thermostat | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

Madrid takes on largest street lighting upgrade in the world | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building

China builds new 1100-mile high-speed train route | Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building