My Alter-Eco
Archived Posts from this Category
An Unusual Way To Raise Funds For Conservation
Posted by admin on 18 Feb 2010 | Tagged as: My Alter-Eco
Jim Jablon, the owner of Florida’s Wildlife rehab centre has reused an alligator skin to create the unique ‘Gaitor Bike’ He hopes to sell raffle tickets at £75 each to raise money for the wildlife centre which rescues abused and neglected exotic pets.
.jpg "the gaitor bike")
So what do you think? Noble cause, creative reuse or tasteless PR stunt? Let us know your thoughts on the matter.
The Ultimate In Sustainable Clothing:Introducing The Spud Coat
Posted by admin on 01 Dec 2009 | Tagged as: My Alter-Eco
The greenest raincoat award must surely go to the new Spud Coat. Made from bioplastic which is derived from potato starch and other natural resources it’s the perfect companion on a rainy day out or for those wet summer festivals.
The Spud Coat
The spud coat is 100% biodegradable and compostable and even has a small clay ball with seeds in it so that once it’s life cycle is over it can be buried in the ground and hey presto the seeds will grow into plants. There’s no need for this item of clothing to end up in landfill-simply bury after use.
To purchase a Spud Coat visit www.spudcoat.co.uk
Related Links
Powered By Chocolate And Steered By Carrots…
Posted by admin on 16 Nov 2009 | Tagged as: My Alter-Eco
A team of researchers at our very own Warwick University have come up with the first racing car designed and made from sustainable and renewable materials – dubbed the WorldFirst project. Components made from plant materials form the cars framework – with the steering wheel and seat derived from root vegetables, flax fibre and soya beans. The engine uses biodeisel derived from waste chocolate and vegetable oil….
And does it actually drive? Worldfirst attended the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July this year and were successful in taking it out on the track for timed runs, still managing 125 kmph around corners!
As chocoholics though we do wonder where the waste chocolate come from? Anyone in the know please drop us a line as we’d hate to see any more chocolate go to waste.
Related Links
An Unusual Way To Save Water
Posted by admin on 14 Sep 2009 | Tagged as: My Alter-Eco
Whilst we want to encourage everyone to be water wise and savvy we’re not convinced this water saving device would suit every garden.
Geraldine and Wayne Hemingways unusual design called the ButtButt would be ideal though for those of you that do fancy a wacky water saving device and something a little bit different for their garden.
For those of you looking for something a bit more tasteful check out the couples other eco friendly designs here
Related Links
Well Travelled (Eco) Homes
Posted by admin on 26 Aug 2009 | Tagged as: My Alter-Eco
Each year, millions of shipping containers are left to sit in shipping and storage yards all over the world.
In another clever and unusual story of re-use, people looking to build a home and make an environmental difference have been converting some of these empty shipping containers into houses!
You can leave them in their ‘natural’ state or repaint them, stack them, even cut doors and windows out of the sides or ends. In both London and New Zealand resourceful entrepeneurs have even created holiday homes and hotels from them.
To see more eco conversions visit this website www.shipping-container-housing.com
Related Links
Pot Green With Recycled Pool Balls
Posted by admin on 27 Jul 2009 | Tagged as: My Alter-Eco
We love this quirky ‘Cue n’8′ salt and pepper set created by British designer Alex Turner. The salt and pepper shakers made from preloved pool balls certainly make an eye catching accessory for any sustainable dining table, not to mention a great conversation piece.
Related Links
The Sky Planter
Posted by admin on 22 Jun 2009 | Tagged as: My Alter-Eco
The Sky Planter, designed in New Zealand has quite literally turned gardening on it’s head! The innovatively designed planter allows you to grow plants upside down in your home or office.
The planter is suspended from the ceiling which makes it ideal for a smaller space – as well as making a great talking point! It’s not only an innovative design in terms of contemporary interiors but it’s eco friendly too as it doesn’t need lots of water. Using an internal reservoir system which supplies water directly to the plants roots, you only need to water the Sky Planter once a month.
Just don’t ask us how the soil stays in!
To see more plants in the Sky Planter range click here.
Related Links
The Latest Eco Accessory For Your Bathroom
Posted by admin on 29 May 2009 | Tagged as: My Alter-Eco
Taking indoor plants one step further, this bathmat or mini carpet made from three types of moss is the new interior accessory from Swiss designer La Chanh Nguyen. The moss is grown in non perishable foam – so won’t mind a bit of water – in fact it will help keep it alive!
The bathmat needs minimal care and can survive in humid, damp conditions – perfect for sinking your feet into as you step out of a relaxing bath or shower!
Check out La Chanh Nguyen other work here.
Related Links
Recycling Dog Wool Into Something Sustainable & Stylish
Posted by admin on 26 Apr 2009 | Tagged as: My Alter-Eco
If you liked our article entitled The Perfect Pullover For Your Eco Pooch you’ll love this month’s My Alter Eco story as it involves pets, renewable clothing and inventive creations.
Erwan Fichou, a French photographer is currently working on a project which captures pet owners modelling clothing made from the hair of their very own pet pooches. From coats, cardigans, waistcoats and scarves the clothing is made by spinning the dog’s hair into yarn which is then knitted into these warm and cuddly items of clothing.
We love creative recycling here at GreenFinder but suggest that if you do have pet allergies don’t try this at home!
To see Erwan Fichou’s complete portfolia visit this link.
Related Links
An Energy Saving Measure To Drive You Round The Twist
Posted by admin on 27 Mar 2009 | Tagged as: My Alter-Eco
An American delivery company have managed to save 32,000 tonnes of CO2 by employing quite an ususual energy saving measure on their journeys. Their ‘no left turn’ programme has meant they have cut 30 million miles off delivery routes and saved 3 million gallons of petrol.
.jpg "energy saving driving picture")
The ‘no left turn’ programme ensures that drivers do not waste time trying to cross traffic leading to savings of time, money,energy and of course CO2.
For decades the company has been planning journeys with a series of loops and as few left turns as they can manage although it is only in the last few years that internally developed technology has ensured that their computer generated journeys really put the plan into action.
For more My Alter-Eco stories click here
Related Links