Fix Our Planet, Part 2: Decarbonization Begins At Home
Erase half your carbon footprint – just by electrifying your roof, your heat, and your wheels
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!
Fix Our Planet, Part 1: Electrify Everything!
The children are right: This is our last chance for a livable planet. We need an epic effort to elctrify vehicles and entire homes. Makers can make it happen.
Using Recycled Plastic With Your Home Vacuum Former
Jude Pullen was toying around with a home vacuum former called the Mayku Formbox. The machine allows you to create vacuum formed shapes at home fairly easily. Pullen had the idea that it would be great if he could use upcycled material instead of buying plastic each time. As it turns out, only a few […]
3 Reasons You Should Register For Maker Faire Shenzhen Now
This year, Maker Faire Shenzhen 2019 will be focusing on the theme “To the Heart of Community, To the Cluster of Industry”. With a full chain events for technological innovations, you can look forward to the Maker Summit Forum, Maker Booths (includes highlights and performances), as well as Innovation workshops. MFSZ2019 will showcase innovative applications […]
Construct A Super Cheap Rocket Stove From Scrap Materials
Rocket stoves are a pretty cool concept. They are simple to construct and surprisingly efficient in burning fuel. In this example we see how you can create one from some cheap scraps that you can source for roughly $5 and some effort. While a cheap rocket stove may not initially seem like a big deal, […]
How They Made: Life Size Blue Whale from Recycled Plastic
The biggest beast that ever lived, the blue whale dwarfs even the dinosaurs
Edible Innovation: Re-Making the Future of Fishmeal
the company is focused on aquaculture and restoring our oceans, one fish-free food pellet at a time
