Here’s a story about an innovative shoe, and a unique way to get them sold for a much higher amount than what it takes to manufacture them, all for a good cause. Nike is teaming up with eBay to introduce one of the most futuristic—and expensive—shoes for the future. Nike’s 2011 MAG is inspired by…
Storm damage maps can be very useful in pinpointing where severe weather is heading, and New York City residents are using that same idea to help direct cleanup crews and emergency responders. Over the weekend the city launched a new mapping project where residents can report downed trees, powerlines, debris and power outages. It’s a…
I spotted this article over at Mashable.com today and thought I’d share it. What a great example of how Coca-Cola can tap into crowdsourcing in real time to understand how fans and customers think drinks. And for customers who live in a larger town, there is a good chance they can take their ideas and…
It seems every day I’m hearing more and more about the hopes for nanotechnology and the role it could potentially play in our economic future. We all know that these are white-knuckle times for many investors, but it appears that nanotechnology is an area that will boost our economy, especially in the areas of energy,…
I recently returned from our first Food & Beverage 2011: Sustainable Innovation Summit last week in Chicago, where some of the top innovation leaders from small and large global food giants (Kraft, General Mills, Heinz, Smuckers and many others), gathered to talk about innovation. We learned from each other how to better create a user…
Can consumers embrace product packaging that looks dull, or somewhat imperfect, in exchange for packaging that is good for the environment? Check out this article on Greener Package.com about a new package disrupting the detergent aisle. It has a molded-pulp outer shell made from recycled cardboard and old newspapers, with an inner film pouch–both parts…
Can consumers embrace product packaging that looks dull, or somewhat imperfect, in exchange for packaging that is good for the environment? Check out this article on Greener Package.com about a new package disrupting the detergent aisle. It has a molded-pulp outer shell made from recycled cardboard and old newspapers, with an inner film pouch–both parts…
I am very excited about the new developments in bioplastics research! Within the past few years there have been numerous new-to-market plastic products that either decompose in the landfill or make the recycling process cheaper, easier and more environmentally friendly. One company from France has launched a plastic “coffee pod” (like the kind used in…
I am very excited about the new developments in bioplastics research! Within the past few years there have been numerous new-to-market plastic products that either decompose in the landfill or make the recycling process cheaper, easier and more environmentally friendly. One company from France has launched a plastic “coffee pod” (like the kind used in…
I am very excited about the new developments in bioplastics research! Within the past few years there have been numerous new-to-market plastic products that either decompose in the landfill or make the recycling process cheaper, easier and more environmentally friendly. One company from France has launched a plastic “coffee pod” (like the kind used in…
