Portable energy storage systems have improved massively in the past few years. As electric cars have become much more popular, battery production has ramped up enormously, and thanks to economies of scale, battery prices have come down. The benefits of that extend well beyond the electric car market, also bringing … [continued]
As the holidays approach, we’re all looking for gift ideas or ways to have fun this winter and next year. After an ugly election that has left many people feeling like something bad is coming, some are looking for ways to prepare for emergencies. Plus, many people happy with the … [continued]
This foldable solar panel and charge controller from Renogy might be just what you need to enhance your car camping, RVing, van-life, overlanding, hunting, boating, or building a cabin in the woods (or a tiny house in your backyard), as it can generate clean electricity for charging vehicle batteries or … [continued]
Today, even in 2024, many people believe that solar power is expensive. Whole disinformation campaigns are based on this idea. “Camel-uh is going to raise the price of your electricity with green energy!” they say. “You can’t afford to put solar panels on your roof. It’s cheaper just to buy … [continued]
Outdoor exploration just got much more convenient — and high-tech — with the release of the BLUETTI Handsfree Backpack Series, Handsfree 1 and Handsfree 2, on October 15th, 2024. Designed for hikers, photographers, backpackers, and digital nomads, this all-in-one backpack power station redefines what it means to stay powered on … [continued]
In another recent article, I covered the challenges an Appalachian farmer overcame using solar power, battery power stations, and lots of ingenuity. Between a 1200 watt solar array, a slew of power stations he had been sent to review on his YouTube channel, 12-volt deep cycle batteries, extension cords, portable … [continued]
West Seneca, New York — Worksport Ltd. (NASDAQ: WKSP), a key U.S.-based manufacturer and innovator of hybrid and clean energy solutions for the light truck, overlanding, and global consumer goods sectors, is announcing that it has been issued a new utility patent from the United States Patent & Trademark Office related to … [continued]
A couple of months ago, I wrote a review of the Bluetti EP500 Pro energy storage system. As a Floridian, it hit me after a particularly bad hurricane in 2022 that I should have a backup power source for when the next bad hurricane hits and we lose electricity for … [continued]
Getting started with small-scale solar energy systems is easier than ever, no matter if you’re looking to build an emergency preparedness kit, an off-grid power source, or adding more electricity options to an RV, boat, tiny house or shed. The cost of solar panels and power stations is coming down, … [continued]
The renewable energy, battery, and electric vehicle world in Brisbane is still very small. It seems everybody knows everybody else. So, when Francisco Shi suggested I visit Rikesh at Zekitek, I drove down for a visit. Standing outside and occupying only half of a parking spot was the Zekigen. “Why … [continued]
