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Wallbox eNext is a sleek, intuitive electric vehicle charger

As technology develops to create smarter, faster, smoother and more luxurious electric vehicles, EV charging port...

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Understanding NFTs and energy consumption

Non-fungible tokens (or NFTs) are the newest players in the cryptocurrency market, and their environmental impact...

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Recycled plastic wireless chargers work twice as fast as regular cables

U.K.-based Gomi first entered the design realm when it released the world’s first portable Bluetooth speaker...

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Water-powered shower head speaker made from recycled plastic wins honors at CES

Whether it's podcasts, music or audiobooks, humans are streaming audio content now more than ever. Now,...

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A three-armed robot quickly and efficiently sorts recycling

Robots contribute to efficiency and productivity in businesses around the globe daily. So when Matanya Horowitz,...

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CleanAirZone debuts a bio-based air purifier at CES 2021

At the virtual CES 2021, air purification R&D company CleanAirZone showcased its Bio-Based Air Purifier, a...

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Respira, the hydroponic smart garden that purifies the air

Toronto-based New Earth Solutions is offering a sustainable and compact method for natural air purification. Respira,...

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ESUB Tracks is a smart, solar-powered bicycle helmet concept

Germany-based design firm WertelOberfell has teamed up with material scientists, material suppliers,...

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The Wázai 2.0 smart plant can give anyone a green thumb

Have you ever found yourself with a struggling houseplant, demanding to know why it won't thrive? Let the Wázai...

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AirBird alerts users to open windows when CO2 is too high

Air pollution is a widely reported contributor to poor health conditions worldwide. While outdoor air quality is...

Discover Bruvi, a single-serve coffee machine with biodegradable pods

Coffee aficionados struggle with a balance between smooth flavor, convenience and environmental impact. While most...

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Our favorite environmental TikTok channels

TikTokers aren’t just young, fashionable and good at lip-synching and skits. More and more users of the social...

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Nimble makes phone accessories from recycled plastic, CDs and more

Technological innovation is here to stay. With it comes the struggle to control e-waste and its assault on the...

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GoSun releases solar-powered travel mug to brew coffee or tea anywhere

GoSun, the company that brought us the GoSun Flow portable sink and shower and GoSun Go solar oven, has its ninth...

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Smart home with AI sits above a nature reserve in Prague

Villa Sophia by COLL COLL celebrates the connection between technology and nature. A smart home with...

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