Forget about rechargeable batteries that are plugged to a nearby electrical outlet - there are now Pee Powered batteries that are being tested in Japan. Dubbed the NoPoPo (Non-Pollution Power) Aqua Batteries, these will come in AA and AAA form factors. They are environmentally friendly and do not contain mercury or other harmful materials.
High Speed Rail Project
The Secret Formula of Pee-Powered Batteries
(via livepaths.brinkster.net)
Submitted by lfokp on Wed, 2008-04-16 14:22. | Tags: technology | alternative energy | batteries | High Speed Rail Project | renewable resources
Stuttgart 21 – Clean project gets a green signal
(via www.ecofriend.org)
Dubbed ‘Stuttgart 21’ the project will see the rebuilding of Stuttgart station with lines underground. Currently a terminus, the new station will have through lines and a direct connection to the airport and exhibition centre along a 30 km new line to Wendlingen.
Submitted by jassie on Thu, 2007-12-06 11:47. | Tags: architecture | High Speed Rail Project | Ingenhoven | Stuttgart 21
