Can a Cell Phone Help the World Go Green?

Posted on September 22, 2008 by John Platt in Gear+Gadgets

Green Cell Phones Mobile devices are getting greener all the time. The best cell phones and smartphones contain fewer toxic materials and are more easily recyclable. But what about while they’re in use — can they do green good in your hand?

Nokia and Segway inventor Dean Kamen think so. They’re sponsoring a $25,000 prize for the best new mobile applications “that enhance the use of mobile devices in real-world scenarios.” Prizes will be awarded in three categories, including an “Eco-Challenge” category looking for “mobile solutions that help consumers make sustainable choices such as reducing their energy consumption or carbon footprint.”

The possibilities in this category are pretty wide. Nokia says “Developers who submit for this category will be building tools to help people take care of the environment - from charger reminders to mobile learning applications, from navigation info to recycling tips.”

So, do you think you can program the next big “green app” for mobile devices? If so, get to it. Entries are due December 15th.

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carbon footprint, cell phone, eco-friendly devices, green computing, green ideas, green technology, mobile computing

6 Responses to “ Can a Cell Phone Help the World Go Green? ”

Eco-Friendly Justin

23. Sep, 2008

Maybe a cell phone plan(not an app I know) that donates proceeds back to to the environment

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Brianne

27. Sep, 2008

I know you can recycle used cell phones and newer ones are coming out more eco-friendly every day it seems. The idea that they are asking the public is great though. Yay to the little guy!

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17. Jun, 2009

hi, very good info. Mobile phone is very important device for people all around the world. Due to its technical nature, problems are met from time to time. So we need learn from each other. thanks.

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28. Sep, 2009

That is going to a real challenge to find a green app. Maybe it can real futuristic like read what kind of phone you have and display the info on your phone to tell you how eco friendly your phone is and how much recycled material it is made from. Here is a freebie. Let me know if it works.

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