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Solar Power - Top Five Uses While Camping or Caravanning

The great advantage of solar power is that it provides a portable form of energy generation when it could be needed the most, from solar lighting to a universal solar charger. The biggest pull of spending time in the great outdoors is that it lets you spend as much time as you want as far away as you want from civilization, the downside being that this distance from mains power can leave you totally cut off from the outside world. The advances and technological improvements made during the last decade in the solar power industry has massively increased the viability of solar power in making up for the lack of mains power while you enjoy your adventure in the great outdoors.

Here's my top five uses for solar power while camping or caravanning.

1. A universal solar charger.

On average a UK adult spends one hour a day connected to the world wide web, add this to the amount of time using a hand-held entertainment device and a mobile phone, it adds up to a considerable amount of time. It is therefore easy to see how much people can miss these devices when they spend time away from mains power. Help is at hand though, techno-philes rejoice! A high quality universal solar charger will enable you to keep these devices charged, and more. These universal chargers come with a variety of attachments which not only enable you to attach a mobile phone, but also come with dc power supply tips for devices such as laptops or video camera's. Some of these devices will also enable you to attach the battery from a GPS unit or other larger devices.

2. Solar Lighting.

One of the joys of camping is being able to relax under a clear starry night sky, but it can also be very dark at night!. Solar lighting comes in many different forms, but the most useful application while camping is in the form of a solar powered lantern. Unlike battery powered devices, these lanterns need no external power source and can provide up to eight hours of illumination per evening.

3. Solar Radio.

Sometimes the peace and quiet of the great outdoors can be too peaceful and quiet. In these events a solar powered radio is a must. Giving you the ability to listen to am/fm broadcasts 24 hours a day, they can be used for providing entertainment via music or even keeping you aware of the latest sports results. A solar radio can also be a life-saving device, enabling you to keep in touch with local weather reports or warning announcements for your vicinity.

4. A portable solar panel array.

For a couple of hundred pounds it is now possible to invest in a portable solar panel array which will provide enough power for a handful of devices at the same time. An array of solar panels will enable you to keep a tv, radio and fridge on the go at the same time.

5.Solar panel equipped rucksacks.

With the increasing efficiency of solar panels, it has been possible to decrease the size while increasing the output of solar devices. Some clever manufacturers have embedded this technology into rucksacks suitable for hiking, fishing or general outdoor use. The rucksacks provide power while you move and can even come equipped with built-in cooling units powered by the sun. Imagine going hiking and being able to enjoy a chilled beer when you get to your destination.

About the Author

Michael is a self-obsessed technology geek and writes on a variety of subjects. If you are interested in a high quality solar charger then check out the range of devices from http://www.thesolarpowerstore.co.uk - universal solar charger

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