The merging of art, craft and recycling – designer and artist Derrick Method creates unique ‘bookwork’ furniture from unlikely raw materials – reclaimed and discarded library books.

Like many of Method’s pieces, the chandelier (pictured above), and the Shaker end table (below), feature outdated and discontinued law journals from the Butler University library located in his hometown, Indianapolis. (more…)

Renewable energy and smart grid technology will undoubtedly play dominant roles in future energy production. In an effort to uncover innovative energy solutions and new approaches, global technology giant Siemens has provided the public with an opportunity to present their best ideas. Proposals can cover any topic or aspect of energy use and management, including: creation, distribution, transmission, storage or utilization. (more…)

My recent cross-country drive from Philadelphia to Colorado made one issue painfully clear – gas prices are on the rise today in America. Nationwide, the average gallon of regular gas today stands at $3.88, and rises to $4.27 in Chicago. These escalating gas prices are encouraging citizens of the United States to invest in eco-friendly vehicles.  Here’s a list of the Top 5 Fuel Efficient Vehicles (non-electric) currently on the market as rated by the U.S. Department of Energy: (more…)