Apple said Monday it had achieved a goal of “100 percent clean energy” for its facilities around the world. The California tech giant said its retail stores, offices, data centers and co-located facilities in 43…
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#WeirdNews: Tears to be used as energy
Researchers have found when someone cries, the tears release crystals which could enhance medical implants. A group of experts from the University of Limerick have found that the crystals of Iysozymekl, which is a chemical…
#Travel: Galapagos airport evolves to renewable energy only
The Galapagos islands are known, of course, for those lumbering, giant tortoises and as the inspiration for Darwin’s theory of evolution. Now they boast another cool distinction: an airport believed to be the only one…
The best snacks to keep your energy levels up
(Caitlin de Kok) We all experience that point in the day where we feel exhausted and struggle to concentrate. Here are some of our favorite snacks to keep those energy levels up throughout the day……
Central America’s new coffee buzz: Renewable energy
That morning cup of coffee gives many of us a needed boost, but Central American coffee farmers have found a new source of energy in their beans: turning agricultural wastewater into biogas. An often-overlooked byproduct…
Caipirnha: Brazil finds a faster way to age liquor
Excuse me, waiter, but why is my caipirinha glowing? Researchers in Brazil say they’ve found a faster way to age the liquor used to make the country’s signature cocktail — zap it with gamma radiation…
Experts call for warnings on energy drinks
Researchers in Australia on Monday called for health warnings on caffeine-loaded energy drinks following a spike in the number of people reporting medical problems after drinking them. Health professionals from the University of Sydney’s Medical…
Gisele Bundchen samples village life in Kenya
Brazilian multi-millionaire model Gisele Bundchen took time out of her busy schedule to spend a week exploring grassroots sustainable energy projects in Kenya. As the mixture of poverty and entrepreneurship caught her attention, she decided…
How to do those stretches at work
(AON KENYA) We have all experienced an afternoon slump, when we feel lethargic and tired at work. There is now an easy way to revive your energy by following these simple stretching exercises. This is…