Better Than Clap-On/Clap-Off
One of the first implementations of Apple’s iBeacon technology, Zuli smartplugs connect/alert each other when the user is nearby, turning on or off depending on…
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Single-Person Cooking
S.I.A.M. fits perfectly into the kitchen of a singleton. It’s basically a built-in hood and induction cooker. Ideal for quick dishes that require stir-frying, the…
Power Touchscreen
Energy Touch is a concept that gets me into my wishful thinking mode. More like what if we had screenguards so advanced, that they harness…
The Power of YOU
This clever gadget, called Activ, makes it possible to harness the kinetic energy created by your own body! The personal electricity generator was designed to…
Plug It On The Window
The Window Socket offers a neat way to harness solar energy and use it as a plug socket. So far we have seen solutions that…
On My Windowsill
… lies a lot of dust, especially in-between the rail tracks for the window. I do my best to keep the dust and debris away,…
The Great River Turbine
Michael Jantzen’s Great River Turbine is yet another hydroelectric power station that focuses on public outreach, allowing visitors to visit and witness first-hand the creation…
Living Architecture
The Turbine Bridge concept is a hydroelectric power station that also serves as a multifunctional space on Amsterdam’s Amstel River. On the main internal level…
Visualize Your Carbon Footprint
When it comes to conserving energy at home, one major setback is the lack of products that make it possible to gauge your consumption as…
The Tamagotchi Effect
This clever device, called PowerPlant, gives users a visual (and organic) reward for using less energy at home. Wireless transmitters fitted to the main power…
Turnstile Power
We pass through rotating gates at many checkpoints like train stations and amusement parks and we never give it a thought but there is a…
Create Energy Stepping
This fancy little object goes by the name “Slide” and with it, you can generate energy walking up and down steps. By simply placing your…