August 2008

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Green Solutions Product Picks

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1. Neuton Battery-Powered Mower

Remove the hassle of mixing gas from your mowing routine and help out the environment with the Neuton Battery-Powered Mower. Like conventional mowers, the Neuton includes a mulching plug, bagger, and side discharge chute, but unlike conventional mowers, it's powered by a rechargeable 24-volt battery that provides enough juice for 45-60 minutes of mowing per charge. Plus, it's nearly silent - just turn the safety knob, squeeze the handlebar, and mow.


2. 2008 Tesla Roadster


As gas prices surge, Tesla Motors will be smiling. The 2008 Tesla Roadster is 100% electric. It has an exciting shape by the Lotus Design Studio in Britain and as all-electric plug-in engine, the Tesla is the un-Prius: a hot, fast sports car that's also green.



3. gDiapers - Change is Good


Diapers generated 3.6 million tons of waste in 2005, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Portland (Ore.) company gDiapers developed a way to make diapers more eco-friendly by using a cotton outer diaper with a biodegradable liner that dissolves and can be flushed down the toilet. The product is based on Cradle to Cradle design principles that emphasize the constant life cycle of the materials in a product — there's no waste in the waste.



4. GE Profile SmartDispense with CleanSpeak Technology



Use less water and electricity with the GE Profile SmartDispense front-loading washer. It features H2ITION technology, which automatically senses the wash load and adjusts water levels. While the dryer's water- extraction and moisture sensors help reduce drying time. The machines reduce washing and drying time by communicating with each other using CleanSpeak, a feature that eliminates the guesswork and settings for each load. No need to check the dryer until it's done!



5. LS Series Tankless Water Heater



What an elegant, environmentally friendly way to heat your water! The LS Series tankless water heater uses 30 - 50% less energy and produces 30% less carbon dioxide emissions than tank-style water heaters. It also supplies hot water on demand, reducing water consumption by cutting the "wait time"!





6. Paragon Eco Conditioner



The Haier ESAD4066 6000 BTU Paragon Eco-Conditioner™ brings the very best to your home. It's more than just an air conditioner that keeps you cool - it also reduces odors, allergens, and pollutants in the air! The Paragon uses no ozone-damaging chemicals and uses less energy than other similar air conditioners, making it an earth-friendly choice for home comfort.




7. Nano Solar Power Sheet — The New Dawn of Solar



Nanosolar SolarPly™ is a light-weight solar-electric cell foil which can be cut to any size. Nanosolar coatings are as thin as a layer of paint and can tranfer sunlight into power quite efficiently. Imagine the possibilities, from solar coated shingles to solar lined windows to solar powered cell phones and ipods. Non-fragile. No soldering required for electrical contact. Best of all it's affordable!



8. Zero Motorcycle — Fast Charging and One Tenth the Pollution



The Fast Charger is completely automatic and will do a full recharge in less than 2 hours. You can leave your battery on the charger for hours, days, even weeks. It's ready to go when you are. Plugs into any standard 110 or 220 volt outlet. Fully sealed, vibration and water proof. A Zero motorcycle will produce less than one-tenth the pollution at the power plant than a gas powered motorcycle.



9. Sun-Mar Composting



Continuous composting - no waiting for batches to finish. Compost discharges automatically when ready. Pest-proof, kid-friendly, and good-looking. 3 sizes, all easy!






10. Reware Environmental Bags



Reware's rugged Juice Bags are outfitted with a super flexible solar panel that can charge your handheld devices! Want the freedom to roam while staying plugged in? Reware has you covered.