Travel gadgets go green

December 1, 2010  |  Length: 00:02:52

With air travel and hotel stays, business trips can be taxing on the environment. There are ways to conserve, though. SmartPlanet correspondent Sumi Das shows you some travel products that have an eco-friendly spin.

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Your video's are not Performing!!!!!! They last for about 10 seconds, then................... go over to 'Replay'!!!!!!
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No problem viewing video on Chrome and XP. I carry a water bottle
with a filter and recommend two more items to make them easy to fill
from a drinking fountain or swallow sink. A small plastic funnel and
plastic tubing that fits the end of the funnel allow you to truly fill up
the bottle. Otherwise, because of the angle you have to hold the
bottle to let the water inside, you won't get a full bottle.
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Another place where travel gadgets go
Actually when i googled "Travel Gadgets", right before this listing I saw www.GadgetsGo.com lol! And they have a travel gadgets section http://www.gadgetsgo.com/Travel-Gadgets-Accessories-Gear-Supplies/ so I thought it was just a tad funny that this article is "Travel Gadgets Go". lol
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Cheap car hire Dublin airport
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>> You try to do your part for the environment, always recycling, walking when possible, but protecting the planet while on a business trip is a tougher challenge. Here are some gadgets that will help you stay green even while on the go. Just because you're not footing the hotel's water bill doesn't mean you should go with the flow. Conserve H2O with the Water Pebble. Place the device near the shower drain and bathe away while sensors monitor water usage. When you next shower, lights will flash green first, then amber, which means you should be halfway done, and finally red when your time is up. Over time, the Water Pebble can help you take shorter showers. Don't use travel as an excuse to buy wasteful and expensive bottled water. Filtered water bottles made by companies like EcoUsable and Boggle can be filled from any tap. As you drink, a microfiltration system built into the bottle top removes impurities. Empty it out before you reach security checkpoints and refill it on the other side. Next, a clock that's all wet. The Beetle water alarm clock will make sure you wake up in time for your important meetings. No need to plug it in or check the batteries. This clock runs on water. Just unscrew the bottom and fill her up. The clock converts ions in the water into electricity, but does need fresh water every few months. For your gadgets that do need battery power, try USBCell's rechargeable batteries. Pop the top and plug them into a USB port to charge. No separate charging device needed. The green light turns off to indicate a full charge. Use them in your digital camera, flashlight or any device that requires batteries. And once you've wrapped up your appointments, treat yourself to some fresh air. Keep your smartphone handy in case the office calls, but don't risk damaging it. The Urban Tote from SealLine can keep all your valuables dry. These lightweight PVC free bags have a clever closure that's water tight. Simply roll down the top of the bag and fasten the clip. These eco-friendly gadgets can help you waste less and conserve more wherever your business takes you.

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