TV & Internet
Toshiba Offers Free Electronics Recycling October 9th, 2008
Trade-Ins and Cash Offered for Some Devices
Looking for a way to get rid of your old electronics in an environmentally responsible way? Toshiba has a solution for you. Toshiba's Digital Products Division this week expanded its free recycling program, which previously only...more
Can You Write a Cell-Phone Program That Will Save the World? October 2nd, 2008
Write an Eco App, Win $25,000
Every generation of cell phones gets smarter, more powerful, and capable of connecting us in new and different ways. In fact, some mobile phones are so powerful they aren't even called "cell phones" anymore --...more
Calculate Your 'Water Footprint' September 30th, 2008
It Isn't All About Carbon
Do you or any of your family members spend too much time in the shower? Are your toilets designed to save water? How about your faucets, are they installed with conservation in mind? How about...more
ESPN Cafeteria Puts Green On Menu September 30th, 2008
At ESPN’s headquarters in Bristol, the company has converted the cafeteria to using reusable and compostable dishes and utensils, the Bristol Press reports. The move is part of a larger trend being seen in corporate...more
GM Receives 49% Positive Mentions in Blogosphere September 26th, 2008
According to a new report by J.D. power and Associates’ Web Intelligence Division eco-friendly marketing gets good exposure, Brandweek reports. The report analyzed 40 million blog posts between January-June of this year for several industries...more
New Rechargeable Battery Plugs Into Your Computer September 25th, 2008
Moixa's AA Batteries Plug Into USB Ports to Charge
Have you already made the switch to recycleable batteries? Good, we knew that you did. We were just checking. But here's another question: are you getting tired of carrying a battery charger with you when you...more
Microsoft’s ‘Greenest’ Data Center Goes Online September 25th, 2008
Microsoft announced the opening of its 470,000 square foot data center in San Antonio this week, which is being touted as the company’s “greenest” project to date, mySanAntonio.com reports. The company invested $550 million in...more
Lenovo Introduces Six New Green Computer Monitors September 19th, 2008
Lenovo this week announced six new energy-efficient computer monitors in its ThinkVision product line. The LCD monitors, which go on sale soon, have a fairly wide range of environmental innovations. All use various techniques to reduce...more
Apple Continues Greening Trend with Newest iPod September 12th, 2008
Greenpeace Praises 'Less Toxic' iPod nano
Apple isn't the greenest company on the planet -- but it's constantly making improvements. The company's latest step is this week's announcement of its "cleanest" iPod yet, the newest version of the iPod nano. The device...more
New HP Laptop Uses 97% Less Packaging September 10th, 2008
HP and Walmart Team Up for Sustainability
The last time I bought a computer it came with approximately 87 pounds of cardboard, plastic and Styrofoam packaging. Okay, so maybe it wasn't quite that much. But buying a computer (or just about any piece...more
