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Wait! Before you go to toss your old computer, cell phone, or other electronics out, take a look at our tips on how to discard of them in a way that has the least environmental impact . E-waste is a huge issue right now and your electronics could end up in landfills, with toxic chemicals seeping into our ecosystems and polluting our waterways. Why not avoid all that with these easy and creative ways to get your obsolete gadgets and gizmos out of your house the responsible way

Credit: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service . So it wasn’t long ago that TreeHugger featured a slideshow called “10 Creatures That Conveniently Grow Back Body Parts .” One of those creatures, the Tiger Salamander, has since been granted protection under California law.

Is clutter taking over your life? It doesn’t have to be that way! There are tons of smart ways to use technology to get rid of your clutter . Check out our top tips from storing your photos online to using e-readers to help you take charge of the mess that currently resides on your desk.

Core77 ’s latest 1 Hour Design Challenge asked designers to create solutions for pop up emergency shelters to aid those afflicted by a natural disaster such as the Haiti earthquake . Winners were just announced , and Dan Ostrowski took home the honor with his Lifetent, a portable shelter packed into a backpack that also can carry a water supply.

Are you being buried by a pile of papers and post-it notes? If so, you might want to look into decluttering your life by using technology . From online calendars to universal chargers , check out all of our tips – hopefully, you’ll be able to see your desk again sometime soon! READ MORE > Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: declutter , eco technology , green design , green technology , how to use technology to declutter your life , lifescoop

ATTENTION ALL ECO-FASHION FANATICS! Regardless of whether or not you’re as gung-ho eco-fashion as we are, it’s incredibly interesting to see the evolution of sustainable fashion from casual wear towards haute-couture.

For most of us, walking, biking, driving or taking public transportation to and from work is a part of our everyday routine. Depending on the method you use, you might think that your ride is already pretty green, but why not make it even more eco-friendly with a few simple tips? Check out our list of 7 ways to green your commute using the power of technology . READ MORE > Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: Avego , car share services , carbon footprint , CarpoolConnect , carpooling , chevy volt , Commute Greener , commuter link , Craigslist , eco driving , electric cars , electric vehicles , Erideshare , Ford electric vehicle , ford focus , Google maps , green commute , green commuting , green iphone apps , GreenRoad , GreenRoad 360 , Hopstop , Kiwi fuel saver , Nissan electric vehicle , Nissan Leaf , Nuride , public transportation , zimride , Zipcar , Zipcar iphone app

Although telecommuting and virtual conferencing are becoming more and more commonplace, for most of us it’s still the norm to walk, drive, bike or take public transportation to get to work every day. Regardless of what mode you use, the good news is that there are a ton of ways to make your ride to the office greener . Read on for our top 7 picks for websites, gadgets, and gizmos that can slash your commute’s carbon footprint

Photo credit: Florian Möllers for Wild Wonders of Europe Do you ever feel like the shit rolls in faster than you can get out from under it? Then take a minute to relax and think about the bigger picture.

As greener gadget geeks, we’re pretty enthralled with the assortment of energy and earth-conscious gizmos that emerged last year, and we’re even more excited about what this year holds in store.