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Green Technologies A Tourist Attraction On Japanese Island

Hachijyo Island Turbine

JTB hopes that the success of its Hachijyo Island project will allow it to promote the combination of renewable energy and tourism around Japan. Read more →

Italo High-Speed Train Offers Touch Of Ferrari

ntv train1

A new super train in Italy is bright red, has plush seats, a great stereo and can roll over the countryside at more than 227 mph. Read more →

Eco Air Mattress Hides Inside Its Own Pump

pakmat, beyond design

Hit the back country with Pakmat, an air mattress that goes in a carryall that doubles as a hand pump for easy inflation. Read more →

Cars Vs. Climate: Eco-Driving Index Tells The Story

EDI, University of Michigan

The University of Michigan's new Eco-Driving Index estimates the monthly amount of greenhouse gases produced by an individual U.S. driver. Read more →

US Eyes Airports As Major Clean Energy Sites

Airport Solar Panels

The U.S. Department of Agriculture says open space surrounding airports could be used for biofuel, solar or wind production. Read more →