The Future Of Solar Cars

Cars are known as one of the most polluting devices in the world due to their sheer number and frequency of use, so using more eco-friendly technology is always welcome. While hybrid cars do limit the pollution somewhat, this is nothing compared to solar technology. If cars could harness the power of the sun, then not only does pollution go down, but so does the price of gas, as it would be unneeded. While solar cars might seem like a great invention in the future, there are actually several solar cars in use right now. They are not commonly used on the street, but their current incarnations are leading the way for consumer versions of this technology.

Solar Cars Now
Solar cars are in existence now, but don’t expect to find one (Read More.....)

4 Fun And Unique Solar Powered Consumer Products

If you're a regular visitor to this site, then it's likely that you are invested not merely in the idea of harnessing solar energy to preserve the environment, but you are also interested in the burgeoning culture that surrounds solar energy in general. Of course, even though we may advocate for solar energy in terms of public policy, we can also show our support by "buying solar" as it were. While this site features many solar-powered products, if you are looking for fun and interesting solar gifts, look no further.  The following are 4 fun and unique solar powered consumer products....

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Which Is Better: Wind Turbines Or Solar Panels?

***The following is a guest post for The Solar Power Blog by Barbara Fix.***

Many of us are searching for ways to reduce our utility bills and to be more self-sufficient  through the use of alternative power. All things considered, the benefits don’t stop there; not when considering Mother Nature’s tirade over the past several years. Installing solar panels or a wind turbine means no scrambling for oil lamps and sleeping bags the next time the power grid goes down.

However, no matter how good your intentions are with regards to self-sufficiency, they can leave us feeling (Read More.....)

A Review Of The Solar Generator From Solutions From Science

What would you do if there was a major, major disaster or emergency and you had to be without power for a week or longer?  Are you completely dependent on the power company to provide the electricity that you and your family need?  What if you were forced to stay in your home for an extended period of time and the power went down?  What would you do then?  The truth is that a lot of people think about storing up food and water for emergencies, but very few people think about what they will do for power in emergency situations. 

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Solar Power Is Becoming More Popular Than Ever

As the price of oil continues to rise, and as more people than ever wake up to what we are doing to the environment, solar power is rapidly becoming more popular than ever.  In fact, one might even say that a revolution is taking place.  An increasing number of people are finding value in becoming self-sufficient, and solar power is one of the top choices for those who desire to get "off the grid".   

So just how popular is solar power becoming?  Well, according to a new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey, 44% of Americans (Read More.....)

Etón FR160BL Microlink Self-Powered AM/FM/NOAA Weather Radio with Flashlight, Solar Power and Cell Phone Charger (Blue)

Etón FR160BL Microlink Self-Powered AM/FM/NOAA Weather Radio with Flashlight, Solar Power and Cell Phone Charger (Blue)

From the Manufacturer

Tune_in: to the MICROLINK FR160 by Etón For the calm of a sailboat, the curves of a bike trail, the midst of a hurricane, for baseball fans tuning into a game, a bevy of kids camping in the backyard. For everyday adventure, Etón corporation is there to keep you connected, empowered and informed all year round, 365 days a year. Sleek and portable MICROLINK FR160 (Read More.....)

Power Trip: From Oil Wells to Solar Cells—Our Ride to the Renewable Future (Hardcover)

Power Trip: From Oil Wells to Solar Cells---Our Ride to the Renewable Future

From Publishers Weekly

The inscription on a granite obelisk in Beaumont, Tex., claims: On this spot on the tenth day of the twentieth century, a new era in civilization began. On that scrubby mound of dirt gushed a fountain of oil that sprayed for days, tripled U.S. oil production overnight and set off a frenzy that revolutionized the industrial age. Previously, crude oil and its derivative, kerosene, held little more value than cheap (Read More.....)

Solio Magnesium Edition Universal Solar Hybrid Charger

Solio Magnesium Edition Universal Solar Hybrid Charger

Amazon.com

The family of Solio the Universal "Hybrid" Chargers, Solio Mono, Solio Classic, Solio Hybrid-1000, the Solio Magnesium, are powerful enough to charge all handheld electronic devices at home or on the move, anything, anytime, anywhere. It is a Hybrid because it can accept power from either the sun, a computer, or the wall storing this energy within Solio's internal rechargeable battery. Solio uses this energy to power gadgets at the same rate as wall adaptors and wi (Read More.....)