Derek Markham
Derek is a digital dad with an analog streak, as comfortable with a smartphone as he is with pencil and paper. He's got a soft spot for babies, bicycles and bouldering, and is the Head Shoveler at his mini-farm startup in New Mexico. You can also find him letting it all hang out on Twitter, Facebook, and NaturalPapa.
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Crop Production Boosted 145% in Drought Conditions with Water-Saving Membranes
Many U.S. farmers have been hit hard by drought conditions the past few years, but a new subsurface water retention technology may be able to help farms thrive even in dry years.
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MIT Builds Artifical Muscles Powered by Water Vapor
A new polymer film developed at MIT can lift ten times its own weight, or generate electricity, using just water vapor.
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"Physical Internet" for Business Could Reduce Carbon Emissions and Increase Profits
Sharing logistics systems and goods -- such as standard containers that could snap together like Legos -- could have a significant positive impact on the triple bottom line.
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9 Crowdfunded Solar Powered Gadgets: Where Are They Now?
We like to feature innovative ideas for solar powered gadgets that are crowdfunded on sites such as Kickstarter and IndieGoGo, but do you ever wonder what happens after the campaign is over? Let's take a look at how nine are doing now.
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Water Treatment System Uses Salt and Electricity to Provide Clean Drinking Water to Thousands
Providing clean water in areas with minimal local resources may be as simple as implementing this ingenious DIY water treatment system.
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New Mexico's Already-Outdated Supercomputer to be Chopped and Shopped
Once billed as being a "self-sustaining" investment in New Mexico's tech future, the Encanto supercomputer may now end up being parted out and shopped around.
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Our Wireless Addiction Is Creating a Big E-Waste Problem
The trend of cheaper mobile gadgets and the urge to constantly upgrade to the newest device calls for better e-waste recycling solutions.
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Apple's New Wind Tech Design Generates and Stores Heat
A patent filed by Apple describes a wind tech design that converts rotational energy into heat, and can then release it to generate electricity on demand.
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New World Record Set for Solar Cells: 44% Efficiency
Scientists at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory and Solar Junction have set a new record for high-efficiency solar cells with an unprecedented 44% efficiency rate.
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Wind Developer Offers Scholarships to High School Seniors
First Wind is helping to support students studying science, technology, or the environment, through its annual scholarship program.
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Could You Benefit from Going Solar? Get a Free Solar Appraisal from Geostellar
A new online market could make going solar much simpler.
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GE's Jet Engine Technology Could Keep Gadgets Cooler, Greener
The next generation of gadgets could be even thinner and more efficient, thanks to a new cooling technology from GE.
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New Ducted Wind Generator Design Claims Higher Output, Lower Costs
One startup claims their ducted wind generator design can reduce wind power costs and boost power output, all on a smaller land footprint than conventional turbines.
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Promoting Water Reuse by Matching Wastewater Sources with Water Needs
Can social networking and online collaboration start a water reuse revolution?
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Take an Interactive Tour of Wind Power with Siemens 360°
Immerse yourself in the technology of wind power with this unique tour of some of the various facets of the Siemens wind energy division.
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New Technology Uses Nanoparticles to Convert Solar Energy Directly into Steam
A revolutionary "solar steam" technology can convert solar energy to steam - even from nearly frozen water.
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New Biocatalyst Technology Improves Water Quality in Wastewater and Sewage Canals
A biocatalyst containing microorganisms and enzymes could be the answer to improving the quality of water from sewage and wastewater in the developing world.
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Give Some Green Buds for the Holidays
Green up your audio with these eco-friendly earbuds from Woodbuds.
