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!
Werkzeuger writes – “Modify a AA mini-maglite to be a long-lasting, low-key CHEAP bike light. Features LEDs for long battery life and handlebar-mounted remote controls. You can even continue using the flashlight off the bike. Perfect for urban nocturnal stealth rides.” – Link.
FrankG writes – “Here’s part #2 of the Light Electric Vehicle project… The Mobility scooter has some attitude after the cutting, welding, and some basic testing…” – Link. Previous: Mobilty scooter to light electric vehicle – Link.
Nothing compares – *the* chopper gallery – [via]- Link.
This “Motorcyclette” from Modern Mechanix 1932 reminds me of a mini version of the 225-horsepower gasoline-powered monowheel – I’ll see if I can dig up any plans for this – Link.
Boardpusher.com lets you design your own skate deck, here’s a MAKE version (feel free to use it!) – [via] – Link.
Somewhat like the roach controlled robot from MAKE 02, this fish controlled vehicle navigates around as the fish pilot swims to different locations in the bowl – [via] – Link.
The Miss Rockaway Armada is a theater group building a floating fleet of junk/recycled boats, taking then down the Mississippi holding workshops and performing along the way – “We’re building this boat entirely from salvaged materials. Wood dumpstered and begged from construction sites, buckets of screws donated by kind crew members, rope found on the […]
