If you think the term “Green Electronics” is an oxy moron, think again! Going green doesn’t mean we cannot enjoy the today’s technology. In fact, these four green electronic solution not only help our environment, they also help our daily lives.
1. The Belkin Conserve Socket Energy-Saving Outlet
This simple socket not only conserves energy in your home by automatically
shutting off items like space heaters, curling irons, or coffee makers but it also helps us make our homes safer. At around $10 per unit, this socket has unlimited possible uses and, used appropriately, will pay for itself in less than a year.
2. Eton Soulra XL Solar Powered for iPod and iPhone
This solar powered sound system is not only provides great sound from your iPod or iPhone devices, it also operates as a green machine powered solely from the sun. Even a cloudy day will keep the music pumping and in addition to its everyday use, this powerful entertainment machine is a summer must have as it can go with you anywhere and everywhere.
3. Nest Thermostat
We now live in an era where our thermostats might just be more intelligent than us
and the Nest Thermostat is an excellent green example of how technology can improve lives and save us a few dollars. Instead of setting your thermostat to one temperature and leaving it there all day, Nest learns your schedule, programs itself and can even be controlled by your phone. A well programed Nest Thermostat can lower your heating and cooling bills by up to 20%.
4. Coleman CL-3600 Solar Backup Power Kit
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r where you live a generator is always a good idea but most of us don’t even start to consider one until we really need it. Don’t wait for the severe weather or other disaster to roll in before y
A renewable alternative to noisy diesel, propane, and gas generators, the Coleman solar backup power kit provides an immediate charge when exposed to daylight, even on cloudy days.