DIY Wind Turbine Charges Batteries
A new DIY project outlines how you can turn some easy-to-find items into a wind-powered battery charger over the course of a weekend. Read more →
by Aaron Colter
A Hand Crank Rechargeable Battery Concept
The Charge Battery concept by Yeon Kyeong Hwang & Mieong Ho Kang houses a kinetic charger and rechargeable battery in the same device, recharging via wind-up. Read more →
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Rate Up
Call2Recycle reports a 10% upsurge in rechargeable batteries collected in 2010, thanks in part to new Canadian legislation and increased consumer awareness. Read more →
Sanyo Has Enhanced Rechargeable Battery
Sanyo announced the release of its new 1500 AA and AAA batteries, good for approximately 1500 charges, that are sold in a combo pack w/charger for $25.00. Read more →
Lowe’s Lets You Recycle Cellphones, CFLs
Lowe's Home Improvement has launched 1,700 permanent in-store recycling centers accepting CFLs, rechargeable batteries, cell phones and plastic bags. Read more →
Apple Battery Charger Has Low Power Draw
Apple has unveiled a simple but sophisticated battery charger which has an intelligent power management system to ward off vampire power drains. Read more →
Can One Rechargeable Battery Fit All Sizes?
A new rechargeable battery aims to cut the waste associated with multiple battery sizes by creating a one size fits all model made of memory foam. Read more →
Recharge Smart Charger Offers Recharge Time, Battery Power Meters
It's no fun when your favorite electronic gadget dies due to dead rechargeable batteries. Energizer's Recharge Smart Charger prevents such tragedy with charge and fuel meters. Read more →
Sony CycleEnergy Batteries Offer Thousands of Recharges
Sony's CycleEnergy rechargeable batteries come packaged in environmentally safe packaging and are available in three levels, each suited for varying levels of energy drain. Read more →
Eco-Friendly K2 Energy Batteries Power Array Of Items
Two new rechargeable 12-volt batteries designed by K2 Energy Solutions boast lighter weights and quicker recharge times than others of their kind, as well as being made from eco-friendly materials. Read more →
