What types of Portable Solar Power Chargers are Available?
With solar panels dropping in price at huge rates (50% over the past 2 years), its clear that photovoltaic (PV) panels are here to stay. Solar technology has made significant strides recently, too. Efficiency (aka conversion) rates are climbing, allowing for greater energy from the same amount of exposure to UV light. There are many portable solar power chargers on the market now. And each year, more new models are made available. With two solar blogs and an environmentally-based blog, I’ve reviewed a number of solar power chargers! Perhaps the most stylish and easy to use are the Voltaic Backpacks, which are fitted with thin film PV panels. Prices range from $199 to $499. The fabric is also eco-friendly, created from recycled soda bottles! For women, solar handbags are starting to gain prominence, as well. Both types of bags have solar panels incorporated into the fabric and also include USB ports for easy plug-in and charging of a variety of devices. Love to camp, hunt or fish? Then
