Teachnology is usually the bad guy in any story about global warming. People make the factories, people burn the fuel and people drive the cars that make the carbon dioxide, yet somehow the technology gets the blame. Now, here is the "OMG!" factor: technology can be used for good instead of evil. (please try to contain your excitement) This nifty little gadget is a solar powered portable device you can use to recharge your mp3 player, cellphone etc. And if eco-friendly isn't your thing, this device can be powered by USB hooking it up to your computer and taking it on the road and will store power for allegedly a full year!

Have the sun power your Ipod and you can listen to it forever at the beach! A good way to save energy and still listen to your favorite songs. (via urbanoutfitters.com)

This solar iPod charger is a wonderful way to get on that train to go green! Help conserve energy by charging your iPod with this charger, made of solar panel and a rechargeable battery.