Neil’s rotating composter
A MAKE reader writes in – In a similar vein to the keg lathe you mentioned on your blog earlier in the week. Here’s a similar-looking contraption for making compost quickly – Link.
Energy & Sustainability
If you’re a maker just starting out your journey in sustainability, it can be overwhelming to figure out how to get started. From understanding the types of materials to utilize, learning what steps will help reduce waste and emissions, and finding inspiring new ways to explore creativity that don’t have a negative environmental impact. The good news is there are plenty of resources available for DIYers looking for ways to make their projects more sustainable – from simple switches you can make today, big-picture ideas for longterm change, or exciting new ways makers are helping push sustainability into the future. In these blog posts we’ll look at tips tricks and ideas specifically tailored towards diyers and makers on the road to creating projects with greater eco consciousness so that not only will you create something beautiful but also respect its impact on our planet!
The Watercone
Interesting solar water desalinator, but not in production yet it seems… – The Watercone is a solar powered water desalinator that takes salt or brackish water and generates freshwater. It is simple to use, lightweight and mobile. The technology is simple in design and use and is discribed by simple pictograms. With max. 1,6 liters […]
Plastic Bag Kite
Here’s another fun thing to make out of plastic bags, learn how you can make a plastic bag kite from wikihow. Link. Related: Plastic Bag Crafts – Link.
HOW TO – Make a solar thermal water heater for less than five dollars
TheNaib writes – This project will create a DIY solar hot water heater for less than five dollars (if you have access to a garbage dump). It will allow you to see the principles of solar water heating in action, and is highly customizable. Its a great way to learn about using the renewable energy […]
A/C unit keeps car cool
It’s hot out, it’s time for makers making things cool, in interesting ways… Scott Dawson, a civil engineering graduate from the University of Houston, decided after three years of driving around Houston without air conditioning in his car was long enough. So instead of spending $1,200 to fix the air conditioning on a car he […]
Korean CargoCycles
Kevin Kelly’s Street Use has these (and other) pics of motorcycles and bikes, used in the Dong Dae Mun Market of Seoul, to circulate heavy loads around town. Says the photographer: These bikes are the grease that make the market smooth, you see them ferrying ridiculously big loads for 500 metres or so to where […]
Rice Bag Tote Tutorial
Zakka Life took two rice bags and made herself a roomy tote bag. Find out how you can make one yourself in her tutorial. Link. Related: HOW TO – Turn a Rice Bag into a Purse – Link. Reusable Grocery Bags benefiting Asia’s Hope – Link.
