Megan Treacy
Megan writes for the Technology section of Treehugger and has been covering clean technology topics as the Managing Editor of EcoGeek.org since 2008. She received her degree in print journalism from the University of South Carolina. She loves being amazed everyday by how technology and human innovation can protect our earth.
Latest Stories from Megan Treacy - Page 8
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Moss Covered Keyboard Brings a Little Nature to Your Desk Job
The design aims to better connect people with the gadgets they own by making them from living things.
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Smart Grid Saves Chattanooga Utility $1.4 Million During Storm
Smart grid tools cut power outages in half and save EPB Chattanooga from many of the costs of diagnosing outages and restoring power.
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LabStrip Turns Your iPhone into a Mobile Science Lab
The project includes lab strips, a meter accessory and a meter-reading app that lets you carry out scientific tests wherever you are.
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Nanoflower Structures Make Better Batteries, Solar Cells
The carnation-like structures are made from a super-conducting material.
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EPEAT Certifies Hard-to-Repair MacBook Pro with Retina Display
The ultrathin laptop has been deemed hard to repair and recycle. So why would EPEAT certify it as meeting repair and recycling standards?
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Green Laser Pointers Can Detect Hazardous Chemicals
Researchers have found that these ubiquitous hand-held pointers can be used for scientific good.
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New Recycling Tools Designed for Safer Disposal of Flat-Screen TVs
Older flat-screen TVs and monitors contain toxic materials like mercury. As those models are being retired, a safer recycling method is necessary.
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Harvard's Robobee Can Fly, Pitch and Roll Like a Real Bee
Harvard has developed a robotic bee that can take off and be steered in different directions, although it doesn't stay up for long.
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3D Printed Headphones Snap Together, No Tools Required
The design proves that 3D printable, DIY gadgets are becoming more of a reality.
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Samsung and Sharp Lead Energy Efficiency Rankings for TVs
Enervee has released a report scoring all major TV manufacturers on energy efficiency and electricity costs.
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High-Power X-Rays Reveal How Lithium-Air Batteries Work
The images give researchers a better understanding of new battery technologies and could help the development of better, longer lasting batteries.
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Soccket Soccer Ball Generates Power from Play
Just 30 minutes of play time can power a lamp for three hours.
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Solar-Powered Lamp Also Charges Your Phone, Acts as Sound Amplifier
A new solar-power kit from BRIGHT Products is like the Swiss Army Knife of solar gadgets.
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Sugar May be the Key to Cheaper, Better Batteries
Japanese researchers have found that the sweet stuff could make batteries that store more energy and cost less to make.
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Energy Information Administration Releases API for App Developers
The API will give developers access to a huge amount of U.S. energy data.
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Improved Black Silicon Lets Conventional Solar Cells Harness Infrared Light
Conventional solar cells only harness three-fourths of the spectrum, but improvements made to black silicon could change that.
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Robot Fish to Hunt for Pollution in Europe's Harbors
Large fish-mimicking robots may soon be patrolling the waters of Europe to detect and report contamination and debris.
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New Nest Thermostat Has Slimmer Design, Even More Energy-Saving Features
The smart thermostat is now compatible with most home heating and cooling systems in the U.S. and Canada.
