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Solar-Powered Bikinis Putting a Charge Into Sunbathing

B105 Staff — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 14:00:41 +0000

If you happen to see a young lass in a metallic-textured bikini this summer, that doesn’t necessarily mean she’s trying to make a fashion statement. In fact, she might be using her beachwear to power up her cell phone. Designer Andrew Schneider has invented a bikini that also acts a solar generator. The bikini reportedly [...]

Highways Made Of Solar Cells Could Be In Our Future

Cathy Kates — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 12:29:02 +0000

There are Pros and Cons to this concept. Of course, being from Northern MN, the thought of ice and snow on glass doesn't make sense; however, they say they can mold the glass into shapes that promote run-off. A Con is that the roadway can light up, causing better night driving. According to the Energy Eco-System of the Future, the Solar Roadways already have federal funding.

Solar-Powered Trash Cans Hit Duluth's Lakewalk

Cathy Kates — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 15:06:28 +0000

The City of Duluth just got a little greener…..we’re going “green” with new solar powered trash cans on the Lakewalk! This is SO cool!!! Mayor Don Ness unveiled the City of Duluth’s first solar powered trash and recycle containers along the Lakewalk. Ten trash compaction and ten recycling units have been placed along Duluth’s Lakewalk [...]