High Speed Trains In The U.S.: A Matter Of Efficiency

High Speed Trains In The U.S.

With the high speed rail debate officially jumping the tracks into the political arena, American citizens are left to sort through the onslaught of bureaucratic bantering which so often leads to misinformation. The question that's causing tempers to … [Continue Reading]

New Light Bulb Efficiency Guidelines

New Light Bulb Efficiency Guidelines

There has been much discussion in the media lately (including a fair amount of misinformation) regarding the phase-out of traditional incandescent light bulbs in the United States.  Read on to separate the reality from the hype, and to learn more … [Continue Reading]

World’s Largest Solar Roof To Power High Speed Rail Station in China

Solar Powered Nanjing South Railway Station

Efficiency abounds in China as the world's largest building integrated photovoltaic project prepares to power the railway station where some of the world's fastest high speed trains pass through. China Sunergy, a solar cell and module manufacturer … [Continue Reading]

New Luminescent Bulbs May Outshine LEDs and Fluorescents

VU1 ESL Light Bulb

Retailers are gearing up to meet deadlines for the incandescent light bulb ban. Ikea has already stopped selling the inefficient bulbs. And California has pulled the plug and is letting current supplies run down. Many incandescent lovers are shedding … [Continue Reading]

Best Electric Bikes For 2012

eZee LiV Electric Bike

The past year has seen an abundance of bike manufacturers entering into the electric bike arena with slick, lightweight and powerful bikes. Despite misconceptions, electric bikes allow commuters to increase their range safely and arrive to the office … [Continue Reading]

Leaving Cable: Using a Computer as a Television

Netflix 1

If your New Year's resolution is to bring your technology into the 21st century, revamping your TV is a great place to start. The unfathomable amount of information available for your viewing pleasure on the World Wide Web begs the question: why are … [Continue Reading]

Personal Energy Generator Recharges Your Electronic Device While You Move

nPower Peg

The new nPower PEG (personal energy generator) by Tremont Electric wowed reviewers at the 2011 CES convention. This back-up hybrid charger allows you to keep your cell phone, iPod, or other hand-held device working while you're on the go. By … [Continue Reading]

New Ford Focus Electric Aims to Blow Nissan Leaf Away

2012 Ford Focus Electric

Since the release of our 2011 electric car review, Ford has unveiled the new 2012 Focus Electric, first at the recent 2011 International Consumer Electronics Show, and currently at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Though showing … [Continue Reading]

Valero Invests in Producing Car Fuel From Wood Waste

Wood Waste to Produce Car Fuel

The cellulosic ethanol movement got a much needed boost yesterday with the announcement that Valero, the nation's largest independent oil refiner, is investing $50 million into the Mascoma Corporation's plans to build a commercial sized wood-based … [Continue Reading]

The Best Underwater Compact Digital Cameras: 2011

Pentax Optio W90 Digital Camera

In years past, capturing the wonder of underwater life was left to those traveling with Jacques Cousteau or National Geographic. Today's cameras offer the recreational water enthusiast the thrill of capturing their experiences to share with others. … [Continue Reading]