Solar technology has made its way into all sorts of electronics. While solar power is a great way to power the needed and ordinary essentials and to have in case of an emergency, inventors' imaginations have taken off to deliver items that you never knew you needed – until now.
Practical for the home:
Outdoor lighting – There are a myriad of options in outdoor lighting to add style to your home, security and peace of mind and for visibility.
Flag pole lights Put a spotlight on Old Glory or any other flag that you want to bring attention to.
Address display – Guide visitors and delivery drivers right to your home.
Glass vibration sensor alarm A loud alarm will go off if someone starts to try to break or move your home’s windows.
Solar chargers:
Charge up a multitude of gadgets and electronics via the sun. There are lots of chargers made specifically for cell phones, batteries and laptops. The Solio portable solar charger works with more than 2300 devices.
A little zany:
Solar-powered umbrella: Take your office outside! Each umbrella comes with four power outlets and four USB ports. You can even work late since the umbrella can power all those electronics for nine consecutive hours after the sun goes down.
Solar-powered soccer ball: Play football into the wee hours of the night or use this version that stores solar energy so you can do your homework at night.
Look cool and generate your own solar energy at the same time. There are lots of options with backpacks, handbags, beach tote bags, and even a solar bikini and sunglasses!
--Treena Colby