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Bicycle-Powered Blender

bicycle blender, green gadgets bicycle powered blender Put your favorite cyclist to work when they're not on the road with this bicycle-powered blender from the Juice Peddler. With this kit a blender can be installed on the back of a bike (including a stationary bike). What a great gift for the friend that just can't give it a rest. (bikeblender.com, $399)

Hand Powered Remote Control

hand powered universal remote control, green gadgets hand powered universal remote control Treat that electronics nut in your life with this — the remote that won't quit (until he does). Just wind up your remote, and you've got enough power for a week's worth of channel surfing. Control up to six devices without ever having to worry about batteries again. (nigelsecostore.com, $32.91)

Hand-Powered Electric Shaver

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For the man who won't give up his electric shaver (or who just needs a shave) this electric shaver runs without a cord or a charger. (amazon.com, $39.95)

Solar-Powered Backpack Cooler

solar-powered backpack cooler, green gadgets solar-powered backpack cooler A leak-proof cooler, two amplified speakers and various power adapters for charging all those favorite toys make this solar-powered backpack a unique gift. (amazon.com, $65)

Solar-Powered Speakers

solar powered speakers, green gadgets solar powered speakers Take your tunes to the park (or anywhere else) with this nifty speaker. It's Bluetooth-enabled, so you won't need necessarily need wires, and a solar panel means it will generate its own electricity in sunny spots. (devotecindustries.co.uk , $82)

Hand-Powered Espresso Maker

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Make sure that caffeinated friend in your life never has to wait for his next shot of espresso. This portable eco-friendly alternative to more complicated machines provides a single shot of espresso with nothing more than hot water, an Espresso pod and a couple of hand-powered pumps. (ethicalsuperstore.com, $142)

Water-Powered Calculator

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Make sure your favorite mathematician never runs dry by getting them this water-powered calculator. Quench its thirst by adding water (or any electrolytic liquid, in case your geek knows what that is) into its fuel cell and watch it go. This gift makes math a little more fun. (computergear.com, $19.99)

Hybrid Charger

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The Solio hybrid charger is perfect for the on-the-go person who has too many gadgets to keep track of. A single charger with multiple tips or different manufacturers' devices, the Solio stores enough power from the sun or the socket to recharge the average phone up to two times, or provide up to 15 hours of play on an MP3 player. It's small and sleek and will put a smile on the face of anyone who has been caught powered down. (solio.com, $99.95)

Solar-Powered Watch

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Powerful in looks and in eco-friendly technology, this solar-powered watch from Pulsar will keep anyone on time for that big appointment ... or that deep-water dive on vacation. When fully charged, look forward to 180 days of uninterrupted power. (amazon.com, $89)

Hand-Powered Blender

hand powered blender, green gadgets hand powered blender With features like a 48 oz. pitcher and a removable pour spout cleverly doubling as a 1 oz. shot glass, the Vortex hand-powered blender is perfect for a hostess who's always looking to mix things up. (gaiam.com, $99)

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