It’s 2022 and we need to be as green as possible! We can no longer continue to live as we always have, ignoring the needs of the environment and being insensitive to Mother Earth. Living a more conscious life also includes taking into consideration our sources of energy. Reducing the consumption of fossil fuels has now become a priority, and we have in mind a more positive source of energy as an alternative: the Sun! Solar energy is conquering the world. Designers and architects are creating solar-powered products, houses, hotels, offices and cars! Solar energy can be used to power almost all the objects we use in our daily lives. So we’ve curated a collection of sun-powered product designs for you: from a Tesla trailer with solar panels to a luxury yacht that runs 100% on solar power!
1. The Tesla Solar Range Extension Trailer
It’s not like Tesla to do anything without fanfare, however, at IdeenExpo in Hannover, Germany, the electric vehicle giant unveiled a prototype of another product they’re working on: a trailer that attaches to the back of your car. electric vehicle, with -out solar panels and battery packs that help extend the range of your EV
Why is it remarkable?
Tesla’s solar range extender trailer is pretty massive. It would be a perfect complement to his Cybertruck when attached to it, and it features a set of collapsible solar panels that charge a huge battery underneath it. The impressive trailer even sports a built-in SpaceX Starlink satellite internet receiver that gives you a seamless internet connection no matter where you are.
What we like
Features a SpaceX Starlink internet terminal
what we don’t like
We don’t know if or when it will be released.
2. The Parellius
Parelio is a solar powered beach umbrella that can harness the sun’s energy to create sustainable energy. The lawn and beach accessory can absorb sunlight and convert it into electricity for things like refrigerators, mini-fridges, phone chargers, and even electrical machinery.
Why is it remarkable?
Instead of the usual beach umbrella design that folds down towards the earth, this one folds up towards the sun as it absorbs its energy. The inspiration for the design is a combination of origami and NASA spacecraft solar systems.
What we like
Amped with folding photovoltaic panels
what we don’t like
3. The Adidas RPT-02 SUN
Called the Adidas RPT-02 SOL, these over-the-ear cans work in natural light or even artificial light. Therefore, they will not need to be recharged any time soon.
Why is it remarkable?
These headphones are a follow-up to the RPT-01 (non-solar powered) and promise almost double the playback time at around 80 hours. Do not forget that the RPT-02 SOL works with solar energy and the battery continues to recharge as long as it is exposed to good lighting conditions.
What we like
Made from recycled plastic Using a highly flexible light cell material by Powerfoyle
what we don’t like
4. Solgaard Solar Bench Boombox
Finding a decent Bluetooth speaker can be easy because there are so many options. But getting the best or the most affordable isn’t always the goal. The goal now is to make “greener” decisions for the future of the planet. For this reason, the new Solgaard Solarbank Boombox portable speaker comes onto the market with a sustainable design.
Why is it remarkable?
The recycled plastic design refers to the speaker fabric and outer shell from plastic waste. These are waste materials, but have been recycled and used instead. This process is part of the brand’s initiative to extract around 5 pounds of plastic for every product sold.
What we like
The Solgaard Solarbank Boombox allows you to enjoy music while the battery harnesses the energy of the sun. The Solarbank Boombox is now also sand, water and drop proof.
what we don’t like
5. The urbanist phoenix
Don’t you hate when you put your AirPods in your ears only to get a notification that you forgot to charge them? Well, Urbanista Phoenix seems to have an unusually sensible solution. Equipped with a Powerfoyle solar panel in the charging case, Phoenix keeps charging your TWS earbuds as long as you have access to sunlight or any bright light.
Why is it remarkable?
The Phoenix builds on that pretty clever idea by stuffing solar panels into the charging case (because the TWS earbuds themselves are too small to fit solar panels). This allows the earbuds to charge in their case without the need to physically plug them in or place them on a wireless charging pad.
What we like
Has built-in active noise cancellation IPX4 water resistance
what we don’t like
6. The Cladrus
Borrowing from the LightYear One EV’s framework, the Polestar Cladrus concept car comes with transparent solar panels integrated into its roof, powering the graphene-based battery and body panel. If that wasn’t cutting-edge enough, the car was also envisioned with level 5 autonomy, thanks to the presence of a Waymo-style sensor hub on the front of the roof.
Why is it remarkable?
The Cladrus embodies everything Polestar stands for. It’s state-of-the-art, runs on mains electricity, puts drivers in the lap of luxury and boasts a Scandinavian design language that gives the car its signature clean aesthetic. The car also details the partnership deal between Polestar and Waymo by offering something that seems pretty palpable.
What we like
Use of recycled metals and plastics throughout the car Comes with a sunroof that extends from the front to the rear
what we don’t like
7. Matte Works sundials
In a world dominated by smartwatches with disposable lithium-ion batteries and life cycles of planned obsolescence, Matte Works sundials are refreshing in more ways than one. Not only are they quite remarkable wristwatches with an evergreen aesthetic, but they also come with solar panels hidden discreetly under the watch face.
Why is it remarkable?
Unlike a smartwatch that ends up becoming “old news” after the company releases its next version a year later, Matte Works sundials stay stylish and functional for years to come, while also underscoring the importance of trusting The renewable energies.
What we like
The watch comes with a classic aesthetic that hides its powerful feature under a tinted dial.
what we don’t like
8. Sunny Side
Meet Sunnyside, a nifty bento box with a self-heating AND cooling feature that brings your lunch to the right temperature just before your meal. A heating coil around the metal bowl helps conduct heat energy evenly around the food, keeping hot things warm, or if you have something like egg salad or potatoes in the sun, a pair of fans located at the bottom The lunch box extracts hot air, ensuring your food doesn’t spoil in the heat
Why is it remarkable?
However, the most impressive thing is? Sunnyside relies almost entirely on a solar panel built directly into its lid, which is powered by renewable energy. A solar panel built into the lid helps charge the Sunnyside’s internal 10,000mAh battery that powers the lunch box’s heating and cooling functions, and a small LCD screen and buttons on the side help you control your Sunnyside, choosing how hot or cold you want the contents of your box to be.
What we like
Doubles as a wireless power bank to charge your phone, AirPods, or even your laptop
what we don’t like
9. The Oneiric
Dubbed the Oneiric, this double-hulled catamaran sports Zaha Hadid Architects’ signature flowing design and comes with a solar-panelled roof that allows the yacht to run entirely on renewable energy.
Why is it remarkable?
The Oneiric is a 42 meter long yacht (or a catamaran to be precise) with a double hull design that gives her a wider footprint. Its organic and fluid design fits well with the identity of the design language that Zaha Hadid Architects is known for. The main deck features a saloon containing a wet bar and built-in sofas that open to a second deck with a built-in hot tub and two sets of steps leading down to the sea.
What we like
Has the ability to switch to 100% solar power
what we don’t like
10. Solego 2.0
Nowhere is clean, green, renewable energy needed more than in places where electricity is not only expensive but also as rare as gold. These are areas where power generators are the preferred solution for home and business owners, which often translates to gasoline generators. These, after all, are nearly ubiquitous, which means they’re easy to find and, in most cases, inexpensive. However, they are also the worst in almost every other way, so the most efficient and cheapest options are always in high demand.
Why is it remarkable?
Solego 2.0 addresses those needs by going green in two ways, the most obvious being how it charges its batteries with the sun. The design is modular so that each battery “pack” can be stacked or extended to provide more power as needed.
What we like
The battery uses LiFePO4 or lithium iron phosphate which does not contain rare earths.
what we don’t like
Source: www.yankodesign.com