Researchers create hydrogen from ethanol using solar energy

Hydrogen is the most abundant element in the universe and its presence on our planet isnt limited. However, one problem with hydrogen is that it is not found in its pure form on the earth, which means that it has to be extracted from sources such as methane and water, both of which require a lot of energy. A team of researchers at Spains Universitat Politcnica de Catalunya, Scotlands University of Aberdeen and New Zealands University of Auckland have now created a process, using which hydrogen can be produced from renewable ethanol using sunlight.......

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Green Transformer – Solar-powered algae refinery floats on water

Displayed at Seoul International Design Competition 2010, the Green Transformer is a concept algae refinery that is supposed to extract valuable bio-oil from algae in pools and ponds. The entirely solar-powered, floating processing plant makes use of a certain chemical additive during the suction to produce biodiesel for automobile and vessels. Moreover, the mechanism helps in removing pollutants from our water bodies.

As you can see in the above image, the Green Transformer folds itself and the solar panels as well when it is not in use. Where the fan-like solar canopy shelters the algae under it, an oil tanks at its center collects oil for future use.

Make energy by your hands with portable self-charger

Korean designer Seoung Won Shin reminding us of a beautiful creature "Dolphins" through his latest creation. He has developed a dolphin shaped portable self-charger that gives you energy anywhere, anytime.
This innovative charger gives you green energy to juice up your gadgets like cell phones and MP3 players. All you have to do is repeatedly press the dolphin-like face of the charger to produce electrical charge, which powers gadgets via a USB post. The trendy power house comes in six different shades to suit your style. So, now make clean energy by your hands.