Air condition gypsies can feel better about themselves with LG’s introduction of the first hybrid solar powered air conditioner. It is summertime, and in most parts of the world, the mercury is climbing. LG wants environmentally conscious people to enjoy the luxury of cool temperatures even when the sun is sizzling outside. More »

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Just because we are dependent on energy sapping technology does not mean that we cannot find ways to try to preserve the environment. Consider the Freeloader Globetrotter Kit, a £43.99 solar charger that can power any small electronic device like an iPod, iPad, smartphone, etc.. More »

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I have a special appreciation for gadgets that combine multiple practical uses. The LightCap 300 is a solar powered lantern by night and a water bottle by day. More »

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One of the sexiest modifications done to feminine beachwear, Andrew Schneider’s Solar Bikini integrates solar panels onto a bikini that acts as a power reserve for USB devices, especially the iPod. More »

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It has long been known that solar flares from the sun can interfere with satellites and electronics that are on Earth. UK scientists are predicting that after a long period of low activity, the sun is about to wake up and become more active, possibly causing satellite navigation troubles. More »

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We all remember when a team of engineers came together to control an entire car with their iPhone. Well, this is sort of similiar but on a much smaller scale and works even better. Using the TouchOSC software, processing, and and arduino, Chris Rojas managed to create an Xbee tank that runs on solar power and can be controlled remotely from your iPhone. (Video after the break). More »

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Do you know how hot your car gets when you leave it out in the sun? Dell decided to do something about it by installing solar panels above their employee parking lots, which will keep the cars cool and create reusable solar energy. Talk about going green. The solar structure creates 130 kilowatts of solar power, enough to fight 145,000 lbs of greenhouse gas emissions annually. More »

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Instead of carrying around a charger for all of your gadgets and running around trying to find an outlet, you might want to try the new Eneloop Portable Solar. The Eneloop Portable Solar is a stylish arrangement for solar panels that absorb the sun’s energy for you to charge your gadgets on the go. More »

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