Mathmos is one of the most beautiful looking green gadgets that is simple, clean and conserves energy in such a delightful little way that you will start falling in love with eco-friendly products. UK lighting designer Mathmos’ latest creation combines LED technology with eco-conscious wind power to create light without need for batteries or plug-in power. This not only is good news for the planet and the green-wave, but also is something that would help people who decorate their homes for the festive season do it with lot less fuss and a lot more ease.
Mathmos Wind Lights measure in at just under 8? tall and generate electricity through the power of the wind, just like larger windmills. Each tiny light uses a 2.4? propeller to power a pair of bright red or blue LEDs. 1200 of these Wind Lights are right now installed on River Thames in London to demonstrate their red and blue magic and green-ergonomics.
At a price of around $ 18 you can get each of these light and while you might consider that as a tad bit expensive for decorative lighting, just think about the long term investment you are making in this regard and also the favor you are doing for the planet- All in the spirit of the festive season!
Via: technabob / jasonbruges / onedotzero
this was part of the onedotzero_advenutures in motion festival at BFI Southbank 14-16 November 2008 and sat next to Waterloo Bridge.
there are more pictures going up onto http://www.onedotzero.com/blog including the testing panel.
it was developed with students of University of Westminster and AA as part of the education workshop onedotzero_cascade at P3 and BFI Southbank
thanks to everyone for their hard work getting this up!