April 17, 2013
by MoreRecycling
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New keyboard for touchscreens enables faster thumb-typing

Scientists have created a new keyboard called KALQ that enables faster thumb-typing on touchscreen devices. They used computational optimization techniques in conjunction with a model of thumb movement to search among millions of potential layouts befo… Continue reading

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April 5, 2013
by Kaid Benfield
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Green cities explained in a fun cartoon video for kids!

Kaid Benfield, Director, Sustainable Communities, Washington, DC
 
Two days ago, I published Lee Epstein’s summary of the essential elements of green cities.  Many of those are on display in the fast-moving cartoon vide… Continue reading

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February 28, 2013
by MoreRecycling
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Luminous lunar pavilion blends tradition with digital design (Video)

This stunning temporary pavilion utilizes Hong Kong’s time-honored bamboo construction methods in conjunction with cutting-edge computational design. Continue reading

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February 26, 2013
by MoreRecycling
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Researchers test holographic technique for restoring vision

Researchers are testing the power of holography to artificially stimulate cells in the eye, with hopes of developing a new strategy for bionic vision restoration. Computer-generated holography, they say, could be used in conjunction with a technique ca… Continue reading

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January 9, 2013
by MoreRecycling
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New research method to identify brain tumors could enhance neurosurgery

The use of a new brain tumor-targeting contrast agent that differentiates between normal and cancer cells in conjunction with a high-powered microscopy system could potentially lead to a method of more precise neurosurgery for brain tumors, according t… Continue reading

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November 18, 2011
by Reduce
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How Much Did We Toss in 2010?

Last year, the average American produced 4.43 pounds of waste per day and recycled and composted 1.51 pounds of that material. That’s according to a new report from the Environmental Protection Agency, which released “Municipal Solid Waste Generation, Recycling and Disposal in the United States: Facts and Figures for 2010,” on Nov. 15, in conjunction [...] Continue reading

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July 22, 2011
by Lizzeth Henao
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Santa Monica Contemplates Bike Sharing

Lizzeth Henao, Program Assistant, Santa Monica This past Wednesday, Santa Monica transportation officials in conjunction with Global Green hosted a Bike Sharing Community Forum to get community feedback on a possible bike sharing program in Santa Monic… Continue reading

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July 20, 2010
by Recycling
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New tyre recycling technology extracts carbon black

USA | US oil and gas technology company Plateau Mineral Development, Inc. says the firm, in conjunction with Environmental Solutions, has commenced the permitting process for the Tire Converter, and once that’s done, early fabrication will begin Continue reading

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