Making Solar Energy From Shade
Charging up: Elon University has solar-energy-gathering umbrellas
Jessica Williams, August 31, 2016 (Burlington Time-News)
“Sunny days at Elon University mean fully charged phones thanks to new solar-powered umbrellas…[The ZON Technology Powersol umbrellas] include three weather-proof ports that can charge as many as three devices simultaneously, a commercial-grade fabric that protects users from UV rays, and an LED display indicating how much solar energy is currently stored for charging needs…The umbrella also holds the charge it receives from sunlight in the daytime, so it can also be used at night for 6 to 16 hours when battery hub is fully charged…The innovation has been wowing students at [colleges and universities constantly searching for new ways to increase sustainability]…” click here for more
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