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Hana-Akari Solar-Powered Lamp from Sony

12-11-08sonylamp1.jpgThere have been a couple of solar lamps floating around, but none this impressive. This prototype from Sony uses a new technology that mimick's photosynthesis using a new dye-sensitized solar cell, storing energy in a low-cost membrane.

Black & Decker's Thermal Leak Detector

12-10-2008leakdetector.jpgThere is nothing the least bit scientific about how we check for leaks in our own home. For example: It often feels cold near our windows -- we assume there is a leak. See what we mean?

But what about other places that aren't so obvious? Around electrical outlets? Or recessed lights in the ceiling?

Is It Green? Motorola's Eco-Friendlier Cordless Phone

12-03-2008phone.jpgMotorola's new D10 and D11 cordless phones definitely have one thing going for them -- they're better looking than the cordless phones we grew up with.

They're also, according to Motorola, greener than your average cordless phone.