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World’s Largest Solar Boat Travels Across Globe

Alexis Petru, January 23rd, 2012

PlanetSolar's Turanor, which has already made history as the world’s largest solar-powered boat, is about to accomplish another impressive feat: completing its 18-month journey around the globe. Setting sail in Monaco in Sept. 2010, the solar catamaran has traveled west on a route close to the Equator – to take advantage of the readily available sunshine – and plans to ... read more

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Tagged energy, reduce, solar

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7 Reuse Ideas for Old Jeans

Alexis Petru, January 23rd, 2012

Do you have old pairs of jeans that are too damaged or simply too beloved to donate to your local thrift store? Clear out your closets and get crafty with these seven creative upcycling projects for your old denim duds. 1. Coasters You won’t need any sewing experience – just scissors and fabric glue – to make these unique coasters out ... read more

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Published in Clothing


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