What is the Smart Solar Bench and what is the idea behind this new urban furniture? What is the cost and how cities can benefit using this product? These are the questions that we will try to address in this blog post. Do you lack 4G mobile internet access? Or you noticed that your smartphone […]
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Indio Networks and its partners are giving residents near the town of Louis Trichardt, in South Africa's Limpopo province, affordable rural Internet connectivity.
A solar-powered canoe initiative originally launched in Ecuador’s Amazon in 2017 has now expanded to Indigenous coastal communities in Brazil, Peru, Suriname and the Solomon Islands. Researchers say the effort helps communities in tropical regions reduce gasoline and diesel use, avoid road expansi... Read more
For RC aircraft there are generally legal restrictions that require the craft to stay within line of sight of the operator, but an RC boat or car can in theory go as far as the signal will allow &#…
Flexible, prepaid metering makes solar power affordable in rural India. ADB is investing in this simple yet radical solution, which can be applied in other parts of the region.
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Belgium’s recent success in the World Championships for solar cars has accelerated the journey toward a greener and more sustainable future for the industry.
Solar-powered electric cars are the future of sustainable transportation; they are greener and have zero greenhouse emissions, unlike other electric vehicles.
Could solar-powered cars be the future of electric vehicles?
As the electric vehicle industry becomes increasingly competitive and consumers become more eco-conscious, one California-based company created a car that can run on solar power. NBC News’ Steve Patterson took it for a test drive to find out how it works.
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New research shows densely populated countries in Southeast Asia and West Africa could harvest effectively unlimited energy from solar panels floating on calm tropical seas near the equator.
These wireless, solar-powered CCTV cameras from Amazon are an excellent choice for home security systems.
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There are several Bluetooth tracking chips that can be fitted on glasses, allowing you to easily find them when they are misplaced. Check out one such device here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfdtmJZApQY
Apple has been working on smart Apple Glasses, which are rumoured to come with several features. They will probably come with some sort of tracking technology, allowing you to find them with your iPhone https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t43sLEP_a6Y
Korean researchers have demonstrated that it is possible to create efficient large-area organic photovoltaic cells, opening the door to applications such as plastic-based photovoltaic paint.
This looks better “Quantum dots, also known as photovoltaic paint, were developed at the University of Toronto. They are nanoscale semiconductors that can capture light and turn it into an electric current.”
Solar paint: the next big thing in renewable energy?
Solar paint actually refers to 3 different exciting technologies: hydrogen-producing paint, quantum dots & perovskites. We explain them all in this blog.
These are a great idea, you can just roll them out on top of your camper or anywhere. Not sure which is the best but there are a few options already available. Flexible, though not purely roll-out.
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Found another solution; a portable solar-powered hot shower for camping and other outdoor adventures.
COOAK Summer Shower Bag, Camping Shower Bag 5 Gallons/20L Outdoor Solar Shower Bag Removable Hose and On-Off Switchable Shower Head Portable Solar Shower Bag for Beach Traveling Hiking Swimming
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You don’t even have to buy one! Check out this YouTube video that provides a guide on building a portable solar generator.
A portable solar generator is perfect for camping.
Check out this article for more options!
https://www.popularmechanics.com/adventure/outdoors/g37295464/best-solar-powered-generators/
They exist!
How about these Wi-Fi-enabled #solar trash bins in Singapore?
https://mashable.com/article/singapore-wifi-bins-bigbelly
Dubai has smart, artificial palm trees that provide Wi-Fi and charging solutions to the public.
Take a look at this smart solar bench that offers Wi-Fi access and free device charging.
Solar-powered Wi-Fi can be vital in providing internet connectivity to rural and remote areas.
The technology is being used in South Africa!
I found a company that is selling an inflatable, solar-powered boat.
Check out this video of a solar-powered yacht.
A South Korean startup has developed a solar-powered, self-driven boat designed for cleaning lakes.
Communities in the Amazon are using solar-powered canoes for transportation.
Solar power is a clean energy source, plus it offers an unlimited range. This is the future of green travel on water!
They exist and are becoming increasingly common.
The pay-as-you-go model (applicable not just to solar but also to other types of renewable energy) can drive a global clean energy revolution.
There’s also a company that launched pay-as-you-go solar systems in the UK.
The model is also gaining popularity in rural areas of India.
South Africa too!
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5ypnpwydx9o
The pay-as-you-go model for solar systems is available in Gambia.
Solar paint is the future of clean, renewable energy.
There’s also a solar coating that can increase the energy yield of solar panels.
Mercedes is developing a photovoltaic paint that can generate energy from the entire body panel of a car.
How about this spray-on perovskite solar paint that can be applied to various materials to create functional solar panels?
Take a look at this! Researchers have developed a solar paint that can absorb water vapor and break it down into hydrogen fuel.
https://www.rmit.edu.vn/news/all-news/2017/jul/solar-paint-offers-endless-energy-from-water-vapour
This city is using solar-powered CCTV cameras to enhance public safety.
https://abc3340.com/news/local/calera-enhances-public-safety-with-solar-powered-camera-systems
Check out this solar CCTV camera that adjusts its angle for maximum sun exposure.
https://www.theverge.com/2025/1/7/24332282/baseus-s2-outdoor-security-camera-solar-battery-sun-tracking
Here are a few options to consider.
These are pretty common these days.
You can also use these portable solar chargers to power your phone!
Not a solar-powered phone, but I found this company selling a solar phone case.
https://www.ipowerup.com/
Check out this Russian company that selling a custom iPhone X that is powered by solar.
Infinix just unveiled a concept for a modern smartphone with a built-in solar charging system!
This Chinese company tried making a solar-powered android phone, but it seems it never went into mass production.
https://newatlas.com/umeox-apollo-solar-powered-phone/17906/
Samsung used to have an older smartphone model with a built-in solar charging panels. I don’t know if they are still around, though.
This portable solar charger for devices looks like a nice alternative
These Italian students have invented a solar-powered phone charging case from recycled materials.
Solar cell technology is so advanced now that manufacturers can create portable solar power products like a phone case.
With a solar charger case, you never have to worry about your phone battery dying when you are out on your adventures.
I found this company that makes solar-charging phone cases.
Wow! These Dutch students designed a sleek-looking RV completely powered by solar energy!
This small, solar-powered city car is perfect for green urban centre initiatives.
https://news.yahoo.com/solar-powered-city-car-coming-101500074.html?
Solar-powered cars are becoming increasingly popular in Europe, and you can expect to see several of them on the roads in coming years.
This futuristic-looking solar-powered electric vehicle might be on the roads soon.
https://www.tomorrowsworldtoday.com/production/worlds-first-solar-powered-ev-could-hit-the-streets-soon/
Solar-powered electric cars are the future of sustainable transportation; they are greener and have zero greenhouse emissions, unlike other electric vehicles.
It’s a novel idea, but wont the water harm the panels, especially in the seas and oceans?
We need more floating solar plants like this one in Chile.
https://www.freshplaza.com/africa/article/9578440/verfrut-installs-the-largest-floating-solar-plant-in-the-southern-cone-at-its-biggest-farm-in-chile/
Floating solar farms in the seas, oceans, and lakes could produce unlimited clean energy to power the world.
Installing solar panels on water bodies can help produce more green energy without using too much land space.
These wireless, solar-powered CCTV cameras from Amazon are an excellent choice for home security systems.
Excellent idea. Here’s an entirely off-grid home security system that is powered by solar.
Here’s a solar-powered CCTV camera with remote viewing and management!
Here’s a perfect tent if you prefer to camp in luxury.
Here’s a solar-powered tent designed for homeless people. Could also come in handy when camping at festivals or in the wild.
Check out this futuristic solar-powered tent concept inspired by festival camping needs.
Here’s a must have backpack when you are hiking in remote areas
These solar backpacks are lighting up homes in rural areas with no electricity, allowing students to study comfortably https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uSkhZtc_Y0
A cool and excellent solution for charging your devices when travelling.
Here is another glass tracking chip that can fit on all glasses. It uses GPS technology so you can find them wherever they are https://findorbit.com/products/orbit-glasses
There are several Bluetooth tracking chips that can be fitted on glasses, allowing you to easily find them when they are misplaced. Check out one such device here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfdtmJZApQY
Apple has been working on smart Apple Glasses, which are rumoured to come with several features. They will probably come with some sort of tracking technology, allowing you to find them with your iPhone https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t43sLEP_a6Y
Yeah, they are pretty common now – and a good thing. Motor boats suck, compared to using wind or the sun. Good stuff, loving this article here. https://robbreport.com/motors/marine/solar-powered-yachts-mainstream-oddball-niche-1234592000/
They are the future. Imagine solar power container ships.
You can actually buy solar powered yachts as well as speedboats now. Cool idea.
This would revolutionise things if it works and is cheap enough – not just on building roofs but on cars too.
should be a thing already – more info here
This looks better “Quantum dots, also known as photovoltaic paint, were developed at the University of Toronto. They are nanoscale semiconductors that can capture light and turn it into an electric current.”
This stuff could be great for irregular shaped buildings that want to catch some rays.
Think these rolls are only available to trade. As I can’t see anything like a rollout matt on amazon or ebay.
These are a great idea, you can just roll them out on top of your camper or anywhere. Not sure which is the best but there are a few options already available. Flexible, though not purely roll-out.
This exists already, though I don’t think you can buy them anywhere soon.
This DIY solar-powered fan would be a good idea.
They are also on eBay!
You can find some solar-powered fans on Amazon!
Found another solution; a portable solar-powered hot shower for camping and other outdoor adventures.
I have one of these. Highly recommended.