green tech
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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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An eco-friendly printer with ink cartridges that don’t need changing every minute? Whoa.
Read Essay →: An eco-friendly printer with ink cartridges that don’t need changing every minute? Whoa.There’s a pop-up on my computer that alerts me when the ink on my home printer is running low. And…
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4 Eco-friendly headphones we love. Now you can save the planet while you listen.
Read Essay →: 4 Eco-friendly headphones we love. Now you can save the planet while you listen.When I think about high-tech headphones, I don’t usually associate them with natural materials like wood. But some big brands are now…
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Avakai dolls: beautiful handmade wooden toys with a magical tech twist
Read Essay →: Avakai dolls: beautiful handmade wooden toys with a magical tech twistAt first glance, the gorgeous handmade Avakai dolls look like heirloom dolls my kids would love to play with all on their own But hidden…
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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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TZOA: A wearable to measure air quality and help you breathe easier
Read Essay →: TZOA: A wearable to measure air quality and help you breathe easierDon’t laugh, but I rely on frequent deep breaths to get me through the day, especially when my kids are being especially ornery. And thanks…
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Looptworks: The loveliest gadget cases made from leftover materials
Read Essay →: Looptworks: The loveliest gadget cases made from leftover materialsWe have covered tons of gorgeous mobile phone and tablet cases on Cool Mom Tech over the years, many of which I…
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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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The first of the Apple Watch accessories is here, with the DODOcase Apple Watch charging stand.
Read Essay →: The first of the Apple Watch accessories is here, with the DODOcase Apple Watch charging stand.No sooner is the Apple Watch announced, that new Apple Watch accessories are starting to roll in. Starting with the handsome…
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Cool USB drives: Chanel for your lips. And now, your digital files.
Read Essay →: Cool USB drives: Chanel for your lips. And now, your digital files.We’ve featured all sorts of cool USB drives here on Cool Mom Tech, from stylish USB necklaces to personalized flash drives, even vintage toy usb…
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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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7 terrific tech gear picks for camping and hiking
Read Essay →: 7 terrific tech gear picks for camping and hikingHaving recently returned from an awesome family camping trip, I was surprised to find how helpful tech could be — even…
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Ecojot Connect app: Write notes the old-fashioned way, and save them the modern way.
Read Essay →: Ecojot Connect app: Write notes the old-fashioned way, and save them the modern way.Even with all the great lifestyle and organizational apps available to us today, there are times that nothing really replaces writing with…
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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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Custom built speakers from luggage that may have traveled to Paris in the ’40s.
Read Essay →: Custom built speakers from luggage that may have traveled to Paris in the ’40s.We’ve covered a lot of audio speakers here over the years, but none have been quite like the exquisite custom built speakers…