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Ebook readers greener than books, study says

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 11:12:02 +0000

New research suggests that ebook readers can be more environmentally friendly than paper books, breaking even on carbon emissions after 22.5 ebooks over the life of the device

Sony PS3 Slim uses half the power of old PS3

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:04:02 +0000

To test Sony's claim that its new console is much more efficient than its chubby predecessor, we put the PS3 Slim through a battery of power-consumption tests

Vexia Econav 435 and 355 tested: Saving you petrol, in theory at least

jason.jenkins@cnet.co.uk (Jason Jenkins) — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Vexia is poised to release a new wave of Econavs, the 435 UK, 435 Europe, 355 UK and 355 Europe. We test its claims that it'll save you up to 30 per cent on your fuel bill

Sony boosts rechargeable batteries

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 11:30:01 +0000

The Japanese giant has announced a new type of rechargeable lithium-ion battery that promises half the recharge time and more charging cycles

Greenpeace graffitis HP's headquarters

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:53:02 +0000

Activists for the environmental organisation climbed on top of the computer maker's headquarters and painted the words 'Hazardous Products'

PecoBOO: Eco-friendly webcam software turns off unwatched screens

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 10:42:01 +0000

VeryPC's PecoBOO face-detection program works with your PC's webcam to turn off your screen when you're not looking at it, and turn it on when you face it again

AlertMe links up with British Gas for home energy management trial

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:39:02 +0000

AlertMe has announced a trial service that will allow British Gas New Energy customers to control their central heating from the Web or mobile phone

Don't forget to feed the 'leccy meter: Tesla opening European showrooms

richard.trenholm@cnet.co.uk (Rich Trenholm) — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 17:31:02 +0000

Tesla is planning to open new showrooms in Europe, and you'll be able to see the 60mph electric Roadster in the flesh at a London location

Eco-documentary Home is first simultaneous cinema, TV and YouTube premiere

richard.trenholm@cnet.co.uk (Rich Trenholm) — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 17:20:02 +0000

Luc Besson has produced a non-profit environmental documentary to premiere in cinemas, on TV, on DVD and online -- all on the same day

Pixel Qi 3qi hybrid LCD/e-paper display

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:52:02 +0000

Pixel Qi has been demonstrating its 3qi display technology, which integrates e-paper attributes with LCD to make a versatile and energy-efficient screen

Sony Ericsson goes green with Ling and C901 GreenHeart

richard.trenholm@cnet.co.uk (Rich Trenholm) — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 01:26:02 +0000

Sony Ericsson has gone green with two new handsets: the forthcoming C901 Greenheart and the Ling prototype, which aim to make your carbon footprint a couple of sizes smaller

Air-fuelled battery could store 10 times more power

Wed, 20 May 2009 11:38:02 +0000

It's time for the science bit. Researchers at the University of St Andrews have discovered a way to make a batter that has the potential to last 10 times the designs we use today, and be fuelled by air.

Nissan may launch hybrid 370Z sports car

Wed, 06 May 2009 10:22:02 +0000

Nissan will offer a hybrid version of its 370Z sports car by around 2012, according to rumours circulating on the Web

Magna Steyr showcases green car platform

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 10:32:02 +0000

At the Geneva International Motor Show, the automotive-parts maker showed off the flexible Mila platform for the manufacturing of either electric or hybrid cars, allowing car makers to simply slap on a body shell and badges

Giugiaro Frazer-Nash Namir and Infiniti Essence: Supercars go electric

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 11:11:02 +0000

At the Geneva International Motor Show, Giugiaro and Nissan's luxury-car division showed off their high-performance, hybrid concept supercars

SunCat solar batteries charge themselves

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 10:35:02 +0000

Designer Knut Karlsen's idea of integrating flexible solar cells on to rechargeable batteries is only a prototype, but it proves an interesting concept

Rinspeed iChange: Shape-changing electric concept car

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 10:42:02 +0000

The electric iChange takes on a different shape depending on how many people are sat in it, and can be partly controlled with an iPhone

Sony Bravia 2009 line-up: Meet Sony's LCD TVs for this year

ian.morris@cnet.co.uk (Ian Morris) — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 12:46:01 +0000

Sony has announced its new range of televisions for 2009, so we have a look around at what the company is announcing and crunch through the delightfully fruity range

Riti Printer: Uses tea or coffee for ink

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 10:09:02 +0000

Korean designer Jeon Hwan Ju has created a manually powered, environmentally friendly printer that uses coffee or tea dregs in place of ink

Voyage of the Wave Treader: Wind and wave work as one

richard.trenholm@cnet.co.uk (Rich Trenholm) — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 10:34:01 +0000

What's better than good clean green energy? Two forms of green energy bolted together, that's what. The Wave Treader is a sea-powered system linked to a wind turbine

Shelby SuperCars Ultimate Aero EV: World's fastest electric car

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 10:05:02 +0000

The company has announced an electric version of its 2009 Ultimate Aero supercar, with a powertrain that could revolutionise the market, if it lives up to Shelby's claims

Concept cars go electric at Detroit auto show

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:52:02 +0000

GM, Chrysler, Mercedes-Benz, Mini and Smart were among the manufacturers that put a surprising number of electric concept cars on display at the 2009 Detroit auto show

Tesla unveils faster Roadster Sport

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 10:36:02 +0000

The luxury-electric-car maker on Sunday lifted the curtain on the Tesla Roadster Sport, which has more zip off the line than the original rocket-like Roadster

Photos: Electric vehicles on display in DC

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 11:18:02 +0000

A wide range of electric vehicles, from city cars to trucks, were on display this week at the Electric Drive Transportation Association Conference & Exposition in Washington DC

Production Karma ready for Detroit Auto Show

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 10:56:02 +0000

Adding to the list of speedy and sexy hybrids is the Fisker Karma, set to debut at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. The Karma packs a lot of heat, producing about 400 horsepower and a 5.8-second 0-60 time

Mobile industry not green enough, report says

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 10:22:02 +0000

A new report released by ABI Research reveals that the mobile industry is becoming eco-friendly, although very slowly. Samsung, Nokia and Sony Ericsson are leaders in advancing efforts to make mobile phones greener, the report says

Motorola debuts D10 and D11 eco DECT phones

adam.vaughan@smartplanet.com (Adam Vaughan) — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 11:04:02 +0000

Moto's new models models are made from 20 per cent recycled materials and have an 'eco mode' which reduces energy consumption and bumps up battery life.

Wilting flower dies as your energy use blooms

adam.vaughan@smartplanet.com (Adam Vaughan) — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 14:19:01 +0000

This quirky flower wilts when you use too much energy. It's just like a Wattson, but more interesting!

Photos: Porsche Panamera Gran Turismo is a hybrid!

rory.reid@cnet.co.uk (Rory Reid) — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 14:14:02 +0000

Remember a few weeks ago when Lamborghini unveiled a 4-door supercar concept? Well Porsche has one, too, and it's called the Panamera Gran Turismo.

Video: Electric Mini E debuts at LA Auto show

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 12:44:01 +0000

Get an insider's look into BMW's fully electric-powered car, the Mini E -- it debuted this month at the LA Auto show. Still a concept, this little car is sure to appeal to environmentally conscious drivers

Gadget-makers scolded in Greenpeace report

adam.vaughan@smartplanet.com (Adam Vaughan) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 11:11:02 +0000

The eco charity's Greener Electronics Guide has singled out Dell, Microsoft, Lenovo, LG and Samsung for failing to trim their carbon footprints

SmartPlanet stories on Crave

jason.jenkins@cnet.co.uk (Jason Jenkins) — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:35:02 +0000

We've added a bunch of stories focusing on green technology and transport to Crave -- they're all taken from our sister site, SmartPlanet, which has moved to a new home here on CNET UK

White Knight intros gas-powered Eco Tumble Dryer

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 12:49:00 +0000

British firm White Knight has launched two low carbon tumble dryers that run on gas rather than electricity.

Epson offers to recycle your printer cartridges by Freepost

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:57:01 +0000

Epson plays catch-up, finally offers postal cartridge recycling for free.

Showerdrop times your shower, saves water and cash

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:25:01 +0000

he company that greened your tea habits with the Eco Kettle has turned its attention to wasted water.

Top 10 eco gadgets for executives

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:49:02 +0000

The top 10 choices for today's conscientious businessman, from a solar briefcase to life-like video conferencing.

Photos: Hi-tech solar innovations

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 10:58:01 +0000

Check out twisting solar panels, super efficient solar concentrators and more at this year's Solar Power International show.

US firms help solar homes track energy

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 11:30:02 +0000

Two very different US companies are developing ways to track energy usage in homes equipped with solar panels.

Planet Rescue helps you save endangered species... on a Nintendo DS

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 17:14:01 +0000

Ubisoft is launching a range of four educational 'Planet Rescue' games to teach kids about environmental issues.

'Greenest' MacBook wins plaudits for toxic phase-out

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 11:16:02 +0000

But environmental groups point to greenhouse gas emissions and recycling as areas where more needs to be done.

European hydrogen research gets �1 billion boost

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 10:54:01 +0000

The EU hopes its plan will position Europe as a world leader in hydrogen cars and energy.

Schwarzenegger sees money in clean tech

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 16:06:02 +0000

Arnold says a sustained commitment to clean technologies can aid a US economic recovery.

Cardboard boombox wants to be your eco iPod speaker dock

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 13:02:02 +0000

This new Boombox-shaped cardboard dock manages to combine eighties fashion, digital music and green kudos.

Offshore wind needs to be closer to coast

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 12:00:01 +0000

Planning rules for offshore wind farms need to be relaxed for the UK to meet its EU renewable energy targets by 2020, says the Carbon Trust.

China's problem is dirty coal, not dirty plants

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 11:11:00 +0000

The problem with China's coal power generation is not that its power plants lack cleaner technology. The problem is the coal itself.

Ocean energy comes of age... slowly

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 10:53:01 +0000

The fledgling ocean energy industry is awash in ideas for making electricity from moving water.

Top 10 energy efficient desktop PCs

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 16:53:02 +0000

We've rounded up the Top 10 most energy efficient desktop PCs money can buy.

Apple seen as greener than it really is

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:52:01 +0000

Nearly one third of consumers perceive Steve Job's iconic company to be the "most environmentally-friendly" consumer technology brand.

Hydrogen house connects to grid in UK first

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 11:30:01 +0000

It looks like an ordinary suburban house, but this West Midlands home has one extraordinary difference: it's powered by hydrogen.

Ancient Persia inspires Windation small turbine

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 10:16:01 +0000

A new wind power machine has been inspired by a centuries-old idea: Persian "wind catchers."