We asked our Lab Members to submit a creative project that expressed their ideas about going green, technology and business. What we got back offered a range of perspectives and approaches. Take a look and see what you think.
A Ducky Solution to Going Green
Fuji, 22, Japan
Use SMS to help people know what action they
can take to limit global warming.
format: PowerPoint Document
“You are absolutely correct (not that people are stupid) but yes, we all do need to be reminded (and then reminded again) regarding how we can minimize our impact on the environment. And there are many easy things to do and if we all did the easy stuff I truly believe it will make a difference. Using short emails is a good concept here. I’ve also seen some ‘green’websites that you can subscribe to a get a daily reminder. We are doing some of that internally a gentle reminder to nudge folks in the right direction.”
Marc Benowitz, Director,
Alcatel-Lucent Chief Technical Office
Go Red to Go Green
Matt and Mark, both 19, England
Creating a smart house to eliminate waste.
format: PowerPoint Document
“The concept of a cell station in ones home is real — it’s called a Femto cell. Your concepts are very close — and the use of a cell phone to detect presence and control heating/cooling/appliance in ones home will have significant environmental impact. Now the intelligent refrigerator — you got me on that. Can we get that to make sure folks finish the opened bottle of milk before opening another? I need that in my house!”
Marc Benowitz, Director,
Alcatel-Lucent Chief Technical Office
The “Green” Remote
Tobias, 17 and Jonatan, 19, Sweden
An easy way to save power and stay in bed.
format: PowerPoint Document
“I think we have all wished at some point for that universal green remote! I know in my house there are many times we have all looked at each other seeing who’ll get up to turn of the lights. There is a certain person in my family that tends to forget more often than others (I’m sworn to secrecy — though she is away at school right now). You should know also that your concept is not that far off – and taking a step ahead — there is work underway with sensors that detect presence, which not only turn lights on/off – but also perform additional functions. Consider controlling the heating/cooling in ones home, monitoring ones health, adjusting appliances – hey – even feeding pets. Now – can you send one of those remotes to my daughter? (So much for secrecy).”
Marc Benowitz, Director,
Alcatel-Lucent Chief Technical Office
“Greenify” Your Workspace
Peter, 17, England
Ideas for companies that want to implement green practices.
format: PDF Document
Carbon Weight Loss
Michelle, 15, Canada
This application helps us “lose” carbon like we lose weight.
format: PowerPoint Document
Enviro-Pop: A Work of Fiction
Maryanna, 16, Canada
In this work of fiction, our heroine finds out all is not lost when it comes to saving the world.
format: PDF Document
Getting to Green: The Human Touch
Marion and Tobias, both 18, Austria
This interview shows how young adults are making changes to help the earth.
format: Video (Web Link)
Go Green at Home
Brandon, 14, Germany
This mess is our fault and we need to take steps; easy steps to make change.
format: PDF Document
Going Green with Alternative Energy
Ryan, 14, United States
Cell phone and television companies should think “green” and help the environment; keeping our earth looking beautiful.
format: PowerPoint Document
Green: Is it in you?
Gabi, 17, United States
Simple things you can do around your home to make a difference.
format: PDF Document
Program to Fund Green Research
Mae, 17, United States
Create a fund to support green research through a marketing program.
format: PowerPoint Document
Puppies for Sale
Olga, 14, Russia
Olga shows us how making good choices can help you go green — even when selling puppies.
format: PowerPoint Document
Recycle Your Cell Phone
Breanne, 23, Canada
Describes the benefits of recycling cell phones.
format: PowerPoint Document
Save the Earth
Ahmed,16, England
This passionate plea asks the viewer to “save the earth”.
format: PowerPoint Document
Save the Penguins
Beto, 18 and Alicia, 17, Mexico
The plight of penguins teaches us to take care of the earth.
format: PowerPoint Document
Technology and the Earth
Erin, 18, United States
An overview of all the ways we could use communication to help us go green.
format: PowerPoint Document
Technology: The Modern Educator
Ted, 20, United States
Technology is a gateway to passing knowledge and spreading information that will help people better understand this global dilemma.
format: PDF Document
Using Technology to Deliver Results
Libby, 18, Australia
Messages and content can be embedded in technology to help us know what to do to get green.
format: PowerPoint Document
WALL–E and the Tide of Trash
Brenden, 20, United States
Garbage is a global problem and WALL-E had a point, we all need to get involved.
format: PDF Document
