green living
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Check out the Lasso closed-loop home recycling bin. One word: Wow.
Read Essay →: Check out the Lasso closed-loop home recycling bin. One word: Wow.My thirteen-year-old is keenly focused on our family being more environmentally conscious, which I’m all about. Currently, the recyclables in…
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The most gorgeous, modern lighting is sustainably made from…corn.
Read Essay →: The most gorgeous, modern lighting is sustainably made from…corn.Sometimes I discover a new company at a tech press event that I’m so excited about, I run right over…
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The new VW minibus: It’s electric! Boogie woogie, woogie.
Read Essay →: The new VW minibus: It’s electric! Boogie woogie, woogie.I never believed them when they said it would happen to me, but it’s true. I officially want a minivan.…
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Tado offers smart climate control, now for homes without central heat or air
Read Essay →: Tado offers smart climate control, now for homes without central heat or airWe do our best to save energy at home, but it is easier said than done with three kids who…
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5 smart ways to live greener without making major changes to your life. (As in, no turning your bathtub into a hydroponic garden.)
Read Essay →: 5 smart ways to live greener without making major changes to your life. (As in, no turning your bathtub into a hydroponic garden.)We are always looking for ways that we can live a greener lifestyle with our families, but trust us, we…
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Earth Day 2015 picks: 5 cool tech gadgets to get you excited about solar power
Read Essay →: Earth Day 2015 picks: 5 cool tech gadgets to get you excited about solar powerIt’s Earth Day 2015, and this is always the time we stop and think of ways that we can save energy…
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Solpro takes solar chargers to a whole new level. And speed.
Read Essay →: Solpro takes solar chargers to a whole new level. And speed.I’ve seen no shortage of solar chargers, many of which we’ve featured here on Cool Mom Tech. But the new…
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Juse: The solar powered mobile phone charging case we’ve all been waiting for.
Read Essay →: Juse: The solar powered mobile phone charging case we’ve all been waiting for.We have covered hundreds, if not millions (Okay, probably not millions) of mobile phone cases over the years, and loads…
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9 of the easiest steps towards more sustainable living, thanks to tech
Read Essay →: 9 of the easiest steps towards more sustainable living, thanks to techAs fans of the planet–and yeah, humanity in general–we’re always looking for ways to live more sustainably and to help…
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Solarpod Buddy portable charger review: Is it worth it?
Read Essay →: Solarpod Buddy portable charger review: Is it worth it?The idea makes perfect sense: a portable, high performance solar charger for my smart devices that — best part — is…
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Cool light bulbs get even cooler with the Nanoleaf Bloom
Read Essay →: Cool light bulbs get even cooler with the Nanoleaf BloomLast year we discovered the Nanoleaf LED light bulb which, besides looking super cool, actually is. It’s a safer alternative to…
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Skylock bike lock: If you’re a cyclist you’re going to want this. If not, you’ll want to take up cycling.
Read Essay →: Skylock bike lock: If you’re a cyclist you’re going to want this. If not, you’ll want to take up cycling.Being a cyclist myself, I love seeing all the new advances to help keep bikes and their riders safe, and…
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The safer, smarter future of light bulbs is here: The NanoLeaf LED light
Read Essay →: The safer, smarter future of light bulbs is here: The NanoLeaf LED lightEveryone know knows the benefits of compact fluorescent light bulbs–longer burn time, less energy costs, more effeciency. But now with…
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How to green your tech: Earth Day is the perfect excuse
Read Essay →: How to green your tech: Earth Day is the perfect excuseEvery year when Earth Day comes around, I have this sudden urge to recycle everything in my house and start…
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How to fix your fraying phone and lightning cables
Read Essay →: How to fix your fraying phone and lightning cablesThis week I looked at my definitely plugged-in MacBook, and realized it wasn’t charging. Surely the entirely frayed wire at…
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This def leopard really rocks – thanks Anicase
Read Essay →: This def leopard really rocks – thanks AnicaseOkay, so he’s not an 80s hair band, and he doesn’t have a one-armed drummer. But this leopard is the…
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When the stars at night aren’t big and bright
Read Essay →: When the stars at night aren’t big and brightWhether we’re camping, trying to catch fireflies, or just going out to the beach to watch the waves by moonlight,…
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Piquing our Geek: The coolest thing to happen to waste paper
Read Essay →: Piquing our Geek: The coolest thing to happen to waste paperWhile we’re increasingly paper-free thanks to services like online bill pay and Catalog Choice, I’m still amazed at the amount…
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Piquing Our Geek: Cool off with your smartphone
Read Essay →: Piquing Our Geek: Cool off with your smartphoneJust when we’re getting used to the idea that your smartphones can control your sound system, Friedrich has now invented…
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Haiku keeps your iPad safe and stylish
Read Essay →: Haiku keeps your iPad safe and stylishApparently my own mom knows how much I love my iPad, since she gave me the most amazing gift for…