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DIY open-source hydrogen car
Interested in ditching your gas guzzling vehicle? Eco-savvy individuals can harness the newest in urban technology, with the unveiling of a new hydrogen-powered car. The open-source design is posted for free on the internet, to allow entrepreneurs to download the...
First FSC-certified biomass pellet mill in the US
Our friends at the Rainforest Alliance have filled us in on the first biomass pellet mill in the US to be FSC certified. This mill was granted certification by the Rainforest Alliance’s SmartWood program, and we offer them our congrats! There is a growing demand for...
SIGG Bottle from CafePress Winner Announced!
We have had some amazing and creative feedback from the Ecoki Community in our Win a custom SIGG bottle from CafePress! After much enjoyment reading through many comments, we have picked Kelly and John for the prize, with the winning slogan of “Built without Guilt”...
Air shower reduces water flow
Researchers from CSIRO have discovered that by adding air, you can use up to a third less water when you shower. Scientists have developed an “air shower” device that works in existing showerheads, filling the droplets with a tiny air bubble. The result, then, feels...
Recycled fridges support organic milk
What to do when you have several old fridges and nowhere to put them? Make up a monument to resemble Stonehenge, of course.The UK-based Organic Milk Co-operative has aimed to highlight the benefits of drinking organic milk over conventional milk, with its absence of...
Win an organic t-shirt by cafe press
What’s better than living green? Having what you practice, preached across your chest. That’s right, green tees are the best way to spread the word – without saying anything at all. NOTE: Contest is now closed, and winners have been contacted. Our friends at Cafe...
ecoki iPhone reader v.2 available!
The latest version of the Ecoki Reader brings you the best in living a sustainable lifestyle – improved! Still delivering news, tips, vegan recipes and hands-on reviews, we’ve upped the latest version to give you even more! This new version features: Offline mode Have...
Don’t take this lying down
On a recent shopping trip I got to thinking about how much of an impact newly purchased items have on our environment. Just look around your home and assess all the new things you have bought in the past year. Some big ticket items are the most hazardous to the...
DIY Recycled Mosaic Art
Nothing spruces up a room like a good art piece. For me, mosaics always do the trick. Be it a mosaic table top or a mosaic-tiled flower pot, mosaics add a lot of life and vibrancy wherever they may be placed. From guest blogger Marina Chernyak A mosaic is created by...
Ecouterre’s Recycled Denim Challenge!
Ecouterre is hosting a recycled denim challenge. If you’re crafty, a designer, and love jeans, this is for you! From Ecouterre: Jeans are one of the few universally worn and loved garments around the world. Wardrobe staples for everyone from fashionistas to tiny tots,...