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Sneak peak of Konarka's roll-up solar charger
Sneak peak of Konarka's roll-up solar charger
A first look at the portable, roll-up thin film solar charger by Konarka.
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Eco Gadgets: Konarka to debut roll-up solar chargers for avid campers
Ecofriend — ... chargers, which will definitely become a must-have object for all eco-minded gadget and camping enthusiasts, should be available as soon as this fall. The company doesn’t make a statement about the chargers specifications and its cost, but it states that the charger will be available in two variants – a low-cost direct power unit and a more expensive charger with a built-in battery to allow the user to charge mobile devices in the absence of the sun. Via: MNN

6 cutting edge technologies displayed on Capitol Hill
ReGeneration — ... for renewable energy and energy efficiency. The green building industry got a brand new version of LEED, and the Sustainable Energy Expo showcased some great new energy technologies on Capitol Hill. Above is my intro video for the event, which includes a brief interview with 25×25, the renewable energy association which is promoting 25 percent renewables in the U.S. by 2025. Here are the links to the six most interesting technologies on display: Sneak peak of Konarka’s portable solar charger A deep dive ...

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