Waterpod[edit | edit source]
- Spring 2009 ENGR 215 Intro to Design Projects - WaterPod
Bicycle Energy Generator An alternative way to convert kinetic energy to AC power by means of a bicycle energy generator.
Soil-less Growing System A system that would grow food for the occupants of the barge without the presence of soil.
Filter Commander 9000 A water filtration system to make drinkable water from rainwater catchment.
Tour de Volts A bicycle as a power source to provide a bit of extra energy to the WaterPod.
WaterPod Hang Thyme A hydroponic green wall that is used to grow herbs in minimal amounts of space.
FBD Rainwater Purification Exists to provide clean drinking water for the WaterPod Project
Coopatron 5000 A chicken coop designed to supplement the dietary needs of the inhabitants of the WaterPod.
Rocket Stove To provide a reliable and sustainable means of cooking by minimizing fuel use and optimizing efficiency.
Pico in a Bucket To harness the kinetic energy of the falling water from the overflow of the WaterPod's water tower.
WindPod Turbine A vertical access wind turbine that uses the power of the wind coming from any direction to create energy.
Composting Toilet Duchamp de Loo, is a composting toilet system that can be used and can educate people about environmental ways to get rid of human waste.
Big picture[edit | edit source]
Programs and local issues[edit | edit source]
- San Francisco Sustainability
- Helsinki underground
- Solar power in Kaohsiung City, Taiwan
- Curitiba transportation
Building blocks of sustainable cities[edit | edit source]
Permeable pavement with grass
Permeable pavement
