http://www.psfk.com Your Go-To Source For New Ideas And Inspiration Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:15:45 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/bicycle-pump-clean-energy.html Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:22:29 +0000 The 'Searaser' device siphons saltwater to an onshore generator to help create more sustainable power sources.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/office-thermostat-wristband.html Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:30:16 +0000 The WristQue uses sensor technology to ensure an optimal temperature setting that's comfortable for everyone.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/wifi-outlets-smart-home.html Sat, 14 Jan 2012 16:30:08 +0000 A central system communicates with each power outlet to understand energy usage and that helps track which sockets are using power.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/sustainableoffice-building.html Wed, 11 Jan 2012 18:09:25 +0000 The Bullitt Center in Seattle plans to reuse as much as possible including purifying toilet water with an on-site plant and using the waste as compost.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/bp-cancels-their-solar-power-division-headlines.html Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0000 Energy group says it 'can't make any money' from selling panels despite spending $20bn annually on oil and gas developments.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/facebook-unfriends-coal-likes-clean-energy.html Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:00:22 +0000 Agreement to power its operations using clean and renewable energy follows a two-year campaign by Greenpeace.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/which-banks-are-climate-killers.html Fri, 02 Dec 2011 13:00:54 +0000 Study names top 20 banks that have financed coal-mining and coal-fired energy generation with JP Morgan Chase at the top of the list.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/rich-nations-give-up-on-new-climate-treaty-until-2020.html Mon, 21 Nov 2011 18:54:17 +0000 Ahead of critical talks and despite pledge for new treaty by 2012, biggest economies privately admit likelihood of long delay.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/why-is-it-so-hard-to-stop-climate-change.html Tue, 15 Nov 2011 18:46:48 +0000 The science of global warming seems to be clear and so are the solutions, yet the world is moving in reverse. Why?]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/us-airlines-now-using-biofuel.html Tue, 08 Nov 2011 17:55:08 +0000 Airlines across the United States are to begin mixing conventional jet fuel with fuel from various green sources to demonstrate environmental responsibility.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/new-report-says-fracking-causes-earthquakes-headlines.html Fri, 04 Nov 2011 01:16:09 +0000 Inhabitat looks at a report by an energy company that found that pumping fluid into the ground at two of their hydraulic fracturing sites was the cause of two minor earthquakes and 48 other small seismic events.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/new-thames-hub-project-to-revolutionize-london-transportation.html Thu, 03 Nov 2011 17:36:51 +0000 The $80 billion project will include airport, railway, and housing in the new freight and energy infrastructure, and is expected to generate over twice that much in revenue.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/just-launched-automatic-tracking-for-your-health-pics.html Thu, 03 Nov 2011 16:33:51 +0000 UP by Jawbone, released this morning, is the highly anticipated wristband that learns your daily habits to help you live better.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/philips-launches-design-concepts-for-the-sustainable-home-pics.html Mon, 24 Oct 2011 11:58:36 +0000 The Microbial Home is a forward-looking project for an integrated cyclical ecosystem that moves closer to nature.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/virgin-atlantic-details-plans-to-use-green-fuel.html Wed, 12 Oct 2011 14:25:12 +0000 Richard Branson's airline plans to use technology that recycles industrial waste gases which would otherwise be released as carbon dioxide.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/09/subway-increases-green-quotient.html Tue, 27 Sep 2011 11:10:38 +0000 The sandwich chain had upgraded to brand itself not only as the healthy option, but also the environmentally friendly one.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/09/rethinking-the-traffic-intersection-to-reduce-energy.html Wed, 14 Sep 2011 17:45:31 +0000 TED presenter Gary Lauder rethinks how traffic controls can play a role in saving fuel. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/09/enhanced-landfill-mining-for-recycling-and-energy-benefits.html Fri, 09 Sep 2011 11:57:36 +0000 In the future, landfill sites could be cleared and reclaimed using mining, recycling and energy-generation.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/08/is-sustainability-just-a-pipe-dream.html Thu, 25 Aug 2011 16:15:04 +0000 There's a lot of talk about sustainability but until we understand that the future of security is in land and water, there's no chance.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/08/cyclists-do-you-draft-headlines.html Thu, 25 Aug 2011 16:13:41 +0000 Is riding closely behind another cyclist to save energy poor etiquette?]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/08/small-german-village-creates-5-7m-industry-on-renewable-energy-headlines.html Mon, 22 Aug 2011 16:44:56 +0000 Few cities have been able to adapt renewable energy like the village of Wildpoldsried, Germany. Not only have they accomplished it debt-free, they've established a green industry that brings in $5.7m a year.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/08/frog-the-inconvenient-truth-of-going-green.html Wed, 17 Aug 2011 20:26:11 +0000 After spending $5,000 on solar panels for his home, Colin Cole of frog, realized his 'eco-fit' didn't qualify for utility rebates. Going green is an expensive and complicated process. Why would anyone make the effort?]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/08/solar-power-more-popular-with-office-buildings-than-the-average-american-home-headlines.html Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:55:31 +0000 A study shows that Americans aren't so keen on outfitting their homes with solar panels that could be used to produce carbon dioxide-free electricity. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/08/cryptic-video-is-actually-an-ad-for-vitamin-water-video.html Mon, 15 Aug 2011 15:46:37 +0000 The popular energy drink, Vitamin Water releases a video that seems more like a kaleidoscopic color trip than an ad.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/08/solar-bikini-lets-you-store-the-suns-energy-while-showing-some-skin.html Sat, 13 Aug 2011 14:14:50 +0000 A Brooklyn-based designer takes a bold step in bringing together beach fashion and renewable energy. Now you can charge your iPhone and get a tan.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/08/the-house-of-the-future-is-open-and-adjustable.html Wed, 03 Aug 2011 15:17:25 +0000 Two master's students from Pratt Institute have come up with an interesting and viable housing concept for the future.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/08/flat-screen-tvs-consume-60-less-electricity-headlines.html Tue, 02 Aug 2011 15:09:39 +0000 Since 2006, flat-screen TVs have consumed 60% less electricity than their previous generations.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/07/could-tequila-the-wonderfuel-of-the-future-gives-new-biofuel-crops-a-shot.html Thu, 28 Jul 2011 12:41:14 +0000 Study finds ethanol derived from agave plants could be given a shot as a substitute for gasoline and be grown without displacing food crops.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/07/michael-bloomberg-got-new-yorkers-to-quit-smoking-can-he-shut-down-coal-headlines.html Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:27:18 +0000 The New York mayor is using a $50m gift to the Sierra Club to make the case against coal on public health grounds.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/07/smart-street-lighting-reduces-carbon-emissions-and-saves-money.html Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:30:27 +0000 LED street lights that brighten and dim with the time of day reduce carbon emissions and save money.]]>