Jun 16th 2010 12:00PM
It sounds sci-fi, but, you could have a living, breathing lamp in your apartment. Latro, which is Latin for "thief," is a bionic lamp (left) designed by Netherlands-based designer Mike Thompson. It was inspired by a photosynthesis experiment sponsored by Stanford University and Yonsei University in Japan, and, operates... Continue Reading »
Apr 9th 2010 3:10PM
Energy efficiency is most certainly a buzz phrase these days. And homeowners and renters alike are starting to think about (and practice) ways to conserve, as much for the environment as for relief to their own pocketbooks. But hiring your own energy auditor is expensive. A few common sense measures could reap huge... Continue Reading »
Dec 15th 2009 6:00PM
"More saving. More doing." That's superstore Home Depot's slogan, and one that President Obama seemingly would like to adopt. The President visits the mega-store today in Arlington, Virginia. President Obama is pushing Congress to pass financial incentives for homeowners who retrofit their homes to make them more... Continue Reading »
