Solar Roadways Are A Reality
Solar roadways do more than just create abundant electricity and green jobs – they also can: 1. Melt snow in the northern climates so you can drive cars and ride bikes safely year ’round 2. Be...
View ArticleIndoor forts just got a whole lot more fun
Indoor forts for kids (and adults) just got a whole lot easier – and more fun. Made from recycled cardboard, these lay flat for storage, but can be folded into lego-like blocks for easy stacking. But...
View ArticleMedicine and Science Using Origami Algorithms
Origami algorithms are being used to create medical implants and space telescopes. I wonder if origami algorithms might be used to create the build-a-building, using plastic, wood, and mesh sheets that...
View ArticleUtopia for those with Dementia
The Netherlands has a unique eldercare community built specifically for dementia patients, called Dementia Village. Dementia Village is a safe 4 acre indoor/outdoor community where residents can enjoy...
View ArticleJerry the Bear helps kids with type 1 diabetes
Jerry the Bear is an interactive teaching tool for kids with type 1 diabetes. The bear needs the same thing a child does: checking blood sugar levels, choices on what to eat, and even helping kids...
View ArticleA Rational Response to Homelessness
Utah is tackling the homeless problem. Their plan is already saving taxpayer money AND is improving the economy, plus they are on track to eliminate homelessness by 2015.
View ArticleTransport and purify water at the same time
The Midomo Water Purifier transports and purifies water at the same time.
View ArticleOne photographer is changing the world
Humans of New York is a facebook site started as a photography project by Brandon in 2010, shortly after being fired from his finance job. Brandon started HONY to create a catalogue of New York City’s...
View ArticleWhat About Rape?
Dear Society (with a CC to men who feel that women are/might in the future unjustifiably accuse them of rape): What should you do if a woman claims you raped/harassed her, and/or you get served by the...
View ArticleTiny Banks – A return to traditional banking (Plus, how to start your own bank!)
Tired of the hassles of big banks? Dave Fishwick brought banking back to its roots: local banks for local people, by the community for the community. If you’re interested in making a positive...
View ArticleGravity Light – free energy source powered by gravity
This light source powered by gravity produces clean, free energy for lighting. No sun or batteries needed. No breathing kerosene fumes, no danger of damage by fires, only safe, clean, off-grid energy.
View ArticleJob Placement Ads Need An Upgrade
Wanted: Person to buy air conditioner. Must have at least one full time job, prefer additional part time job. Must own at least one primary home and preferably a vacation home. Must provide personal...
View ArticleFour Steps To Economic Recovery
The news is full of articles trying to figure out a way to save America: how to bring back the middle class, create jobs, help stop the disparity between the few rich at the top and the majority...
View ArticleHonoring Tomb-time
With Easter and stories of new life and resurrection on our minds, I wanted to explore a side of Easter that I’ve never heard discussed before. I saw a comment on facebook from a friend of mine that...
View ArticleAffordable Housing for Seniors and Young Adults
Finland leads the way with another innovative idea: seniors and young adults enjoy affordable housing – and an enriching community experience.
View ArticleEdible Cutlery
Don’t throw away your disposable silverware – eat it! This innovative ‘silverware’ is a food item that is baked, and comes in various flavors to go with whatever you are eating – sweet, savory, etc....
View ArticleMoney and Fame
We’ve been conditioned to believe that ‘winner takes all’ and ‘if I have money/fame, THEN I’ll be secure, I’ll have friends/be popular, have meaning and feel accomplishment in my life’. This video...
View ArticleCombination Bike-Stroller
Bike-Stroller: convenient for parent and child as a bike riding to and from, and as a stroller when you get to your location. Great exercise, and so practical!
View ArticlePractical Solutions To End Rape Culture
Upon thinking about the Brock Turner case and how to deal with the underlying rape culture, I’ve come up with some practical solutions. 1. A rape kit needs to be a part of everybody’s first aid kit,...
View ArticleCall 911, text for help, with the touch of a button
I just discovered this safety jewelry that sets off a loud alarm, texts friends/family/contacts of your location, and dials 911 all at the touch of a button. It’s called Roar Jewelry. Part of the...
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