First underwater energy park tested in Scotland

Renewable energy produced by mother nature Renewable energy produced by oceans is harnessed at the first underwater energy park currently tested at the Orkney islands in Scotland. The Spain’s Iberdrola and its affiliate Scottish Power engineers are plunging beneath the ocean’s surface to take advantage of the strong currents. Team member Álvaro Martínez, head of … Read more

Green Hospitality trophy goes to The Ritz-Carlton, Powerscourt

The Ritz-Carlton, Powerscourt was awarded with the Green Hospitality Awards on account of the improvements made by the 5 star hotel and the Environmental Action Plan focusing on energy, waste and water management. The Green Hospitality Awards are recognised both nationally and internationally as standards that allow members achieve good environmental performance and allow visitors … Read more

Tesla to deliver earlier than expected its only hope for success

Tesla’s Model S will debut in June, earlier than expected. The electric car maker will begin deliveries of its new vehicle a month ahead of schedule and will face competition from the likes of Nissan, Ford and Mitsubishi. The Model S sets a new benchmark as a high-performance premium sedan that is fun to drive … Read more

The biggest solar run ship in the world completed its record-breaking world tour

Solar-powered PlanetSolar catamaran to herald a new era in eco-friendly travel Swiss electrical engineer Raphael Domjan and his team completed the year-and-a-half world tour of PlanetSolar catamaran. Built after seeing the effects of climate change on an Icelandic glacier, the 31-metre PlanetSolar boat had 537 square metres of black solar panels that can produce up to … Read more

Speaking about luxury with Pamela Peeters – Environmental Economist and Sustainability Strategist

Pamela consults companies and personalities towards sustainable business development and leadership enhancement. She lectures internationally as a sustainability personality. Pamela Peeters grew up in the country side of Belgium. She launched her first environmental magazine – grab the green – at the age of 12. Pamela obtained a first Master degree in Economics in 1995 … Read more

Design Oscars: Issey Miyake Origami Fold 132 5 Eco-Fashion line

Issey Miyake Origami Fold 132 5 Eco-Fashion line Reality Lab Japanese designer Issey Miyake received the ‘design Oscars’ at London’s Design Museum Awards for his Origami-style 132 5. eco-fashion collection. Issey Miyake’s dresses are made out of recyclable materials such as polyester processed from plastic bottles. Mixed-use garments, shirts, jackets, skirt, or dresses can be … Read more