Get a tour of a home that is powered by only solar energy and hydro-electric energy!

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By having a simple array of solar panels like this picture above, you can power many devices in your home, as well as save yourself money over time.

Eco Factor: Concept lighting system powered by solar energy.

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Solar energy and other renewable forms of energy generating systems not only do their bit for the environment but also keep the user close to the environment. Sinthesya is a concept solar-powered lamp designed for indoor and outdoor use that is inspired from the natural process of photosynthesis. The lamp generates energy from the sun during daytime and its high-intensity LEDs provide illumination as night falls.

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The lamp with a movable head ensures that the user can focus the illumination at a particular area like a book or your favorite wall painting. With waterproof credentials, the lamp can be placed in your garden for charging without worrying about unseasonal rainfall. An energy meter shows the amount of charge present in its batteries allowing the user the charge it only when needed.

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The Dark Side:

The designer doesn’t state the materials with which the lighting system will be built. If it’s plastic then it might just use more energy in its construction that it will actually save during its lifetime.

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Sol, Inc. donation allows hospitals, food distribution, and relief camps to operate past dusk.

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PALM CITY, Fla., Jan. 15 /PRNewswire/ — Millions of dollars of relief may never reach Haitians in time unless roadways, relief camps, hospitals and distribution areas can operate past dark.

Donating $300,000 and organizing relief efforts for Haiti, Sol, Inc. is no stranger to the effect solar lights have on safety and security. With over 40,000 solar lighting systems installed in over 60 countries on six continents, Sol, Inc. CEO Rick Schuett knew that the Sol, Inc. team had the expertise and desire to make a real difference.

“The Board of Directors chaired by Michael Sonnenfeldt, along with Sol, Inc. employees felt compelled to assist the victims of this earthquake,” said Rick Schuett, CEO of Sol, Inc. “We know that once our solar lighting systems are installed, we will effectively double the amount of available relief effort time by allowing aid workers and rescuers to work around the clock when previously operations had to cease at dusk. In addition, our lighting systems will provide safety and security as well as being a hallmark that civility is being restored to the area.”

The total donation is expected to exceed $400,000 with assistance from suppliers, donations and a solar light matching program.

Facilitating the assistance to Haiti is not a small task.

Sol, Inc. is working with Florida Congressman Rooney’s Stuart office, several relief agencies and government agencies to transport the solar lights from Florida and get them installed in Haiti as quickly as possible. Missionary Flights International – http://www.missionaryflights.org – based in Ft. Piece has graciously agreed to fly some of the solar lighting systems as well as Sol, Inc. volunteers. Sol, Inc. is working with other relief organizations such as World Vision – http://www.worldvision.org , Unicef – http://www.unicef.org and Hands On Disaster Response – http://www.hodr.org to coordinate the installation, local logistics and security for the traveling team.

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In addition, Sol, Inc. is dispatching a 44′ catamaran donated by local entrepreneur Deane Blazie of Jupiter Island, which is scheduled to leave late Sunday or Monday (depending on weather). The boat will remain in Haiti for the next several weeks providing ground support and logistics.

Several of Sol, Inc.’s suppliers have generously donated time and materials including Alliance Composites Inc., C & L Technologies, Citizen Electronics, Haze Battery U.S.A., Karl Lust and SPOSTO Interactive, allowing Sol, Inc. to increase the number of solar light systems that will be available to the relief efforts.

“Our efforts will continue,” said Schuett. “If you or your organization would like to donate money, medical supplies, water or equipment, please contact us immediately. Sol, Inc. is also actively seeking air and ocean transportation avenues for forthcoming donations.”

Victor Sotolongo is coordinating the Solar Lights Donation logistics for Sol, Inc. Call, text or email him at 772.205-9987 or v.sotolongo@solarlighting.com .

Sol will be providing additional lights through a special ongoing Solar Lights for Haiti matching program it has established. For every solar light system purchased, Sol, Inc. will match the donation with a second solar light system. To support the solar lights for Haiti relief effort, visit http://www.solarlighting.com and click “Donate Light to Haiti Earthquake Victims.”

Sol, Inc.’s solar light philanthropy program has assisted victims and volunteers in disaster recovery. Past recipients include: Hurricane Katrina Recovery Lighting (2005), Hurricane Rita Recovery Lighting (2005), Peruvian Earthquake Relief (2007), and Chapman, Kansas Tornado Redevelopment Lighting (2009). For more information about Sol, Inc.’s charitable outreach program visit: http://www.solarlightingusa.com/community-outreach.html

About Sol, Inc. – http://www.solarlighting.com

Sol, Inc. is the world leader in solar LED outdoor lighting solutions with over 40,000 systems installed in more than 60 countries on six continents. Since 1990, Sol has introduced innovative and cost-effective solar lighting systems that provide unsurpassed levels of illumination and reliability. Sol, Inc. develops, manufactures and markets commercial/industrial-grade solar powered and energy efficient lighting systems for a wide range of lighting applications including area and security, street and roadways, sign and billboards and transit and shelter lighting. Sol, Inc. is ISO 9001:2000 certified and committed to superior design, manufacturing, and customer satisfaction.

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When it comes to outdoor lighting we have a vast number of options available to light up our houses, depending on our needs and desires. With the current energy crises in mind, some of us became intrigued by the idea of free energy for outdoor solar lights. But are outdoor solar lights good enough to replace our current and conveniently available electrical lights?

© Image by www.YourSolarLink.com. Sensor Garage Light with 36 Ultra Bright LEDs. This Solar Motion Sensor Light has 2 plastic panels. One is the actual light with 36 LEDs. The second panel is the solar cell. The solar cell panel can be mounted at a distance from the light itself.

Looking at solar lights reviews from customers using what is available on the market today, and considering that those are legitimate reviews, there are still small inconveniences and prices you have to pay and consider before getting into free energy choices. My personal preference from everything I’ve seen on the Outdoor Solar Lights market is the Solar Motion Sensor Light.

In addition to having the obvious benefits of Outdoor Solar Lights, such as easy installation, the ability to place the light separately from the location of the solar panel itself (the panel is designed as a separate unit and connected to the light by a long wire) and safety at night in areas where I don’t have electricity access, a Solar Motion Sensor Light is much brighter than any other solar lights on a market and do not have to be charged every day. These benefits exist because a Solar Motion Sensor Light stays on only for a few seconds (5 to 30 seconds) at a time, allowing the charge to last up to 2 weeks without being exposed to the sun light. Also Solar Motion Sensor Lights are much brighter because they usually use on average 35+ LEDs as opposed to 1 or 2 LEDs as with your typical pathway solar light. Solar Motion Sensor Lights become an ideal solar light for northern parts of the country where sun is not available especially during winter days.

Also, as this light is not connected to your conventional electric energy source, it will always be there during your power outages. I would like to have that security!

© Image by www.YourSolarLink.com. The solar panel has 3 rechargeable batteries that are located in the solar cell panel unit.

With other outdoor solar lights still needing a bit more thought put into them, the Solar Motion Sensor Light is my choice for savings and an energy efficient outdoor lighting design complement.

As solar lights become more efficient and in higher demand, new and innovative designs become available to us, with the addition of free power we get from the sun.

Solar String Light has been a #1 hit for holiday lights solutions this year! There are no real disadvantages to solar string lights or with any other solar light, and the technology just keeps getting better.
Holiday lights are meant to provide a complementary inviting glow for the holiday seasons – Christmas, Halloween and others… and when you do not even need to connect your lights to your electric outlet, it becomes an even more desirable thing to have.

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Within the last year, solar powered string lights have transformed into a large collection of interesting designs and themes: solar butterflies, solar birds, maple leafs, flowers, pumpkins and many others. It is easy to use solar string lights and to install. The solar panel which charges during the day can be placed in a sunny spot. The string can be located anywhere on the outside of your house, over your porch, on your wreath or at an entrance gate.

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Good luck and enjoy your free energy savings with your perfect holiday lights solution – solar string lights!

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Tip: Solar String Lights can easily be used indoors, just place your solar lights panel on a sunny window seal. It will get plenty of charge to power your solar lights! See an example of creative usage of solar string lights below.