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BLUETTI Portable Solar Generators spread sustainable love this Valentine’s Day

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Dinner by candlelight might sound romantic, except when it’s because of a power outage. Nothing ruins the mood more than stress, especially when it’s due to not having much-needed electricity to keep the lights on, the wine cool, and the food toasty. Power generators have started becoming a necessity, whether it’s for emergencies at home or for enjoying an outdoor adventure. If you haven’t gotten the memo yet, traditional fuel and gasoline generators are not only outdated and inconvenient, they’re also unsafe for both humans and the planet.

Fortunately, the folks over at BLUETTI have mastered the art and technology of battery-powered portable solar generators to provide clean, safe, and efficient power that you can bring you anywhere. Even better, they’re running a sale this month of hearts to get your loved ones or even yourself one of these helpful partners in living a comfortable modern lifestyle whenever and wherever you need power for your appliances and gadgets.

AC500 & B300S

There’s almost an overwhelming number of choices when it comes to portable power generators, including from BLUETTI’s own ranks. It might even get a bit stressful when you know you’ll have to settle for whatever battery capacity is available when you make the purchase. Fortunately, BLUETTI knows that problem only too well and designed its modular system exactly for that purpose. With the BLUETTI AC500 and B300S System, for example, you can start with the most basic 3,072Wh capacity and then grow your collection to a whopping 18,432Wh of power by adding more B300S modules only when you need it. Even better, you don’t even need to bring all of that with you can only connect as many modules as you actually need.

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AC300 & B300

The BLUETTI AC500 might be the company’s latest champion, but the AC300 and its B300 battery module partner are still in the running as well. With a 3000W pure sine wave inverter, the combo can reach a maximum capacity of 12,288Wh by combining up to four B300 modules in one go. Of course, these batteries will soon need charging themselves, and you can do that either through direct AC input or using solar power if you’ll be off the grid for quite a while.

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AC200 Max

Those who find themselves always going out and about might prefer the all-in-one design of the AC200MAX instead, incorporating both the pure sine wave inverter and a 2,048Wh battery in a single unit. That doesn’t mean you have to give up on flexibility, though. You can still connect up to two B230 or B300 modules for more power, combining the best of both worlds of portability and convenience.

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EP500/Pro

BLUETTI EP500 and EP500 Pro System.

“Portable” solar generators don’t necessarily have to be something you can lift with one or two hands. Sometimes, you’ll have to push or pull them on their wheels, especially when they’re too large and too heavy to carry. The BLUETTI EP500 and EP500 Pro definitely fall in that category but for a very good reason. These suitcase-sized power generators carry an astounding 5,100Wh LiFePO4 battery inside them, enough to power your house in an emergency. Connect two of these together, and you can run your home mostly on green power alone.

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B3A, EB55 & EB70S

EB3A

EB55

EB70S

On the opposite side of the spectrum is BLUETTI’s agile lineup, the EB3A, EB55, and EB70S. Designed more for quick outdoor trips where you would need to power your mobile devices or even a small fridge for the ultimate escape from stressful cities. You can even remotely monitor and control these batteries using your smartphone, allowing you to really kick back and relax, spending more time with your loved ones rather than fretting over the battery level.

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Solar Panels

Things really get interesting when you consider that all these powerful batteries can be charged using the power of the sun alone. In addition to offering a completely green power option, it also means you won’t have to lose your cool when your BLUETTI generator goes red and there isn’t a power outlet in sight. With these BLUETTI solar panels, you aren’t just gathering energy from the sun, you’re gathering energy efficiently even during an overcast day. Enjoy stress-free days indoors or outdoors with your beloved and loved ones with BLUETTI’s quiet, safe, and sustainable portable power storage solutions, now with sweet heart-warming discounts in time for Valentine’s Day.

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This expandable energy storage system will never let your home go dark ever again

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There has been an increase in the need for emergency or portable sources of power in light of many natural and man-made disasters in recent years. Unsurprisingly, the consumer market was quick to answer the need, producing multiple classes of portable power generators that stretch what the word “portable” means. There’s almost one such giant battery in a box for every size or need; some can even power a few home appliances in a pinch. Few, however, can really claim to power an entire house for days or even a week just on batteries that have been charged for a little over three hours at most. That’s the enticing proposition that the SuperBase V is making, offering a convenient and stress-free solution to power a house during an emergency or, better yet, provide completely green energy to an entire household.

Designer: Zendure

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At the heart of the SuperBase V’s promise is its 6.4kWh Semi-Solid State Battery or SSB, a type of battery that offers 42% more energy per pound compared to the Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery used in almost all portable power stations today. In addition to a higher energy capacity in the same battery size, SSBs are also regarded to be safer, even when the battery is damaged. Alone, the SuperBase V (V6400 model) is already capable of enough power at 3,800W for a wide variety of appliances, especially with its plethora of ports and sockets that can support both 120V and 240V output at the same time. But, as they say, that is just the tip of the proverbial iceberg.

You can easily attach a 6.4kWh Satellite Battery on top of the SuperBase V to double its capacity, but if that’s still not enough, you can connect two base units and up to eight Satellite Batteries for a whopping capacity of 64kWh with 7,600W of output. Depending on your household’s use, that can last you a little over a week without ever connecting to the power grid. This much power opens up a lot of possibilities, including being able to charge a single Tesla Model 3 for a range of 272 miles. Or you can use Zendure’s dual EV outlet home panel to keep two EVs juiced up at the same time.

With such a big battery, you might worry about how long it will take to actually charge the SuperBase V, and you might be shocked at the figures. With a regular AC outlet, the energy storage can draw a maximum of 3,600W and charge the SuperBase V fully in about two hours. You can even charge it from a standard 3,600W Level 2 EV charger at charging stations for a little over two hours. You can go completely green with 3,000W solar power only, and you’ll only wait around three hours before you’re ready to use the SuperBase V again. If you’re really pressed for time, though, you can combine that solar charging with AC or EV charging for a 6,600W total input, nearly having the charging time.

Despite its large battery capacity and powerful features, the SuperBase V is designed to be easy to use and surprisingly easy to move around. The Semi-Solid State SuperBase V6400, specifically, has motorized rear wheels so that you won’t have to strain your body pulling the power station. SuperBase V also brings back the “plug-and-play” slogan of yesteryears, getting you up and running quickly with little fuss or worry. And when you’ve finally finished your setup, you can rely on the SuperBase V to be your uninterruptible power supply (UPS), so you won’t have to worry about critical work or games getting cut off when the power disappears.

More than just an emergency backup power, the SuperBase V is also an intelligent energy management system that lets you monitor, manage, and customize your energy use to help reduce your energy bill. You can also easily connect to Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa for hands-free control of the power station. Starting at just $3,799 for a single SuperBase V6400 base station ($2,499 for the LiFePO4 model), you will be able to rest easy knowing that you and your loved ones won’t have to spend a stressful night in the dark during a power outage.

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Bluetti AC200P Power Station Review: Clean, Green, and Heavy

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PROS:


  • Can be charged using solar power only

  • Includes two wireless charging pads

  • Has enough power for small appliances

  • LCD touch display for information and controls

CONS:


  • Very heavy

  • Separate power adapter

  • Single 60W USB-C port

RATINGS:

AESTHETICS
ERGONOMICS
PERFORMANCE
SUSTAINABILITY / REPAIRABILITY
VALUE FOR MONEY

EDITOR'S QUOTE:

The Bluetti AC200P offers excellent value for those who need portable or emergency power that doesn't put an additional burden on the environment.

The need for emergency power generators has never been greater. Erratic weather patterns, natural and man-made disasters, and power shortages all seem to conspire to make these generators a staple in every home. At the same time, people have started to appreciate the great outdoors even more. Camping and glamping have become trendy, both of which require power to support many modern amenities, especially smartphones. Typical fuel-chugging generators, however, can no longer be trusted because of the dangers they pose not just to people but also to the planet. A new breed of battery-powered generators has risen to the challenge of delivering safe and sustainable convenience, no matter the situation. The Bluetti AC200P is one such power generator, and we gave it a test drive to see if it checks all the right boxes.

Designer: Bluetti

Aesthetics

The Bluetti AC200P isn’t going to win any beauty pageant, and expecting it to be stylish and elegant is missing the point entirely. It’s not ugly, just to be clear, but its appearance is informed totally by its purpose. It is, after all, a power generator that is expected to experience some rough handling, even when just at home. It is designed to be durable, rugged, and, most importantly, well-protected against accidents that could damage the battery inside and potentially lead to a disaster.

The AC200P comes as a very large box that definitely looks the part of a rugged piece of equipment. At 16.5 x 11 x 15.2 inches (42 x 28 x 38.65cm), it is no dwarf, and its 60.6 lbs (27.5kg) weight is no laughing matter. It almost looks like a large speaker or amp, but it’s definitely less portable than those given what it’s packing inside.

The silver aluminum frame contrasts nicely with the flame-retardant ABS plastic that covers all the power generator’s sides. The front, sides, and top faces have diagonal ridges that further emphasize the device’s rugged design. Four rubber feet at the bottom keep the entire thing from slipping on smooth surfaces, not that its weight would make that likely to happen. Molded handles on each side at the top try to make it easier to carry the AC200P, but that doesn’t change the fact that it’s a heavyweight.

All of the interesting parts of this Bluetti power generator are on the front, where almost all but the two input ports can be found. All these openings are covered with rubber flaps, further protecting them from dust, moisture, and liquids, banishing any remaining doubt about the ruggedness of this device. Smack in the middle of the ports is a colorful LCD screen that not only displays information but also allows users to change the generator’s settings.

At the end of the day, the AC200P’s looks are a perfect match to its purpose. Rugged and utilitarian, it doesn’t spare any room for unnecessary embellishments that might get in the way of its use. A straight-out box with no protruding parts, this power generator is meant to be stuffed in places, hidden from view, and at times even forgotten, at least until the next power outage or camping trip requires its presence.

Ergonomics

The Bluetti AC200P is easy to use yet also a bit of a pain to set up. The biggest factor that weighs it down is its own weight. For something billed as a portable generator, it takes a great deal of strength to carry this contraption from one place to another. That’s a bigger problem when it will be packed with some camping gear for a few days outdoors, not so much at home where it can stay in one place for long periods of time. Bluetti’s larger power generators do have wheels, but this earlier model is completely dependent on muscle power than physics to go from one place to another.

Each of the ports on the power generator has its own rubber cover. On the one hand, that’s a necessity for protecting the entry points of these ports. On the other hand, that also makes it cumbersome to use those ports, seeing as how you’ll need to uncover and cover them individually every time. You could leave the ports uncovered, of course, but you’ll still have to raise the flap to expose the ports.

Fortunately, all of the most used ports are in the front, so you won’t have cords sticking out on every side. The placement of these ports, as well as the wireless chargers on the top, are conveniently placed, ensuring easy plugging and unplugging, save for those rubber flaps. The input ports for the AC adapter and solar panels, however, are on the left side of the AC200P. It’s a double-edged sword that does keep input separate from output at the expense of expanding the power generator’s total footprint when in use.

A word has to be said about that AC input option that requires the use of the included power adapter. Despite its size and bulk, that power brick isn’t built into the generator. It might be due to some power efficiency or heat management, but it also means there’s a part that could be forgotten or even lost. It’s not a complete deal-breaker, but it does affect the power generator’s overall usability.

Performance

The Bluetti AC200P contains a 2,000Wh battery with a 2,000W output and a surge of 4,800W. In practical terms, this means that the power generator will be able to run a wide range of small home appliances, including blenders, coolers, radios, and more. It can even power car refrigerators or even low-wattage microwaves and hairdryers, but it really all depends on how power-hungry they are. The biggest consideration is that, while there are six AC outlets, they all share that same 2,000W of power.

Electronic devices like smartphones and laptops, however, will most likely use the DC connections instead. There are a variety of options here, but the majority are occupied by four 5V/3A USB-A ports. There is a single USB-C port and it’s capable of dishing out 60W of power. While that’s plenty for smartphones and tablets, needier laptops won’t be satisfied by this. Those devices will just have to compete with other appliances for one of those AC outlets. There are also two wireless charging pads on the flat surface of the AC200P’s top, each capable of putting out 15W.

When it comes to charging the power generator itself, there is also some flexibility available. The most direct and admittedly the fastest is through that AC adapter that, as mentioned, exists as a separate accessory you’ll have to bring with you all the time. This method tops you up to full in just four hours, which is ideal if you’re in a rush. When you’re outdoors and are confident about your car’s tank, you can even slowly charge it via the typical car charger.

The most environment-friendly is, of course, using solar panels, though that will take some time as well. If, however, you reach the peak 700W input with multiple solar panels, your total time will actually be faster at around three hours. You can also combine both solar and AC charging at the same time for a maximum of 1,100W input to shorten the charging time even further.

The AC200P’s LCD display is a convenient way to easily see important information, especially thanks to a high-contrast scheme and an always-on backlight. Unfortunately, the latter means that this screen also sips up some of the battery that could be used by connected devices instead. It’s also a touch screen, so all of the operations for driving the power generator can be found here. It definitely doesn’t get easier than this, though it would have probably been easier if you could control all those from a smartphone as well.

Sustainability

The biggest benefit of these portable power generators over traditional fuel generators is the use of a battery. Specifically, most of them use a lithium iron phosphate or LiFePO4 battery that also finds its way into electric vehicles. It’s a type of battery that’s known for its safety, reliability, and longevity, which are pretty much the most-desired properties for an emergency power backup.

With a battery inside, you won’t have to scavenge for gasoline to survive as long as you eventually get the generator charged one way or another. More than just convenience, this means that using the generator doesn’t further the planet’s demise, directly or indirectly. It also means that it’s safe to use indoors and also quiet, making it an excellent home power backup that you can leave running overnight if necessary.

The Bluetti AC200P’s real sustainability pull is the ability to be totally green if you really want to. The generator can be charged using solar panels only, which frees you from having to look for non-existent AC outlets when out in the wild. This also means you don’t have to rely on fossil fuel burned by power grids just to charge your battery. Whether you just want to live in a sustainable fashion or you want to journey off the grid, this semi-portable power generator has you covered. Sure, those solar panels will be quite an investment and take up a lot of space when completely laid out, but they will easily pay for themselves over time, especially when you’re trying to live a green life.

The one thing that keeps the AC200P from earning a perfect score is that its construction and build aren’t sustainable themselves. Aside from aluminum, there are plenty of plastic and rubber to go around, materials that don’t exactly translate to being eco-friendly. It’s understandable that Bluetti chose to focus first on durability and ruggedness at this point in the company’s history. The portable power generator market is quite young, so we’ll hopefully see some improvements towards sustainability as the industry grows.

Value

Given the rather rapid growth of the battery-powered generator market in the past two or so years, it’s no surprise that there are plenty of options already available in the market today. Even this Bluetti AC200P is actually one of the company’s older models from last year, and its age shows in the absence of some features like remote control via smartphones. At the same time, the myriad choices available and quick turnout of new generators means that it’s also harder to pick a solid and reliable option. Fortunately, the AC200P has stood the test of time.

At $1,599 (normally $1,699), the Bluetti AC200P offers the standard features of a somewhat portable power generator. The weight might be an issue for those who constantly move around, but the generator is perfect for a stationary emergency power source at home. The 60W USB-C might be a bit disappointing, but most laptops still use a proprietary power brick anyway. The separate AC adapter requires extra attention, but that might only be a problem when you’re bringing the generator outside.

Those nitpicks are very minor, and the AC200P still gets the job done with minimum fuss. It’s definitely a worthwhile investment if you’re a bit cash-constrained and don’t have time to save up for a newer but pricier model. Even after a year since it launched, it still has great value, especially with its current price cut. It has the perfect balance of features, though you might want to come up with a way to give it some wheels if you find yourself constantly moving it around.

Verdict

We have become terribly dependent on electronic devices and, in consequence, on electricity. That means that we’re also burning fuel at an alarmingly faster rate, and power from renewable sources isn’t able to catch up with the demand. Things take a turn for the worse when the power grid fails us or when we travel off the grid, leaving us scrambling for ways to keep the lights on or to keep phones and laptops powered up.

The Bluetti AC200P Portable Power Generator is one such solution that offers great value during those dark times. It has enough power to run essential appliances and charge critical devices without going overboard and burning a hole through your pocket in the process. More importantly, it offers the option to survive completely off the grid and in a sustainable manner, borrowing some power from the sun to power through disasters or camping trips. Safe, clean, green, and a little hefty, the AC200P lets you enjoy the conveniences of modern life even during an emergency without feeling guilty that you’re endangering lives, both the planet and yours.

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This portable power station is perfect for camping, tailgating, and even for working outdoors

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Meet the LIPOWER Mars-2000, a beer-cooler-sized power station that gives you up to 2000W of power no matter where you are. Whether you’re camping outdoors, spending a cool evening at the beach, going on a road-trip, or even taking your camera and drone on a day-long expedition for work or casual photoshoots, the LIPOWER Mars-2000 is a pretty capable portable power source that’s equipped with EV-grade LFP batteries for sustained power no matter what your requirement. It’s designed for the outdoors (and has the ability to charge via solar panels), but can even be used indoors during power outages, making it the perfect way to reclaim your energy independence so you don’t need to rely entirely on a power grid. That also means being able to occasionally lower your electricity bills!

Designer: LIPOWER

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The 1460Wh power station weighs 35.5 lbs (16.1 kilograms) and comes with built-in handles that let you load it on the back of a car and carry it pretty much anywhere you want. The LIPOWER Mars-2000 offers 10 different ports to charge/power a whole slew of devices, including 3 110V AC ports, 3 12V DC ports (including one car outlet), 3 USB-A ports (including one USB3.0 port for fast charging) and one USB-C port that outputs 60W, making it perfect for phones, tablets, and even laptops.

Power All your Needs – Capable of powering almost all your required appliances (even your heavy-duty electrical tools) both indoor and outdoor.

There’s also an input for plugging solar panels into the LIPOWER Mars-2000, charging it via solar energy up to 80% in 5 hours, according to its makers, LIPOWER. An LCD panel on the front lets you track your battery levels and power consumption metrics while the LIPOWER Mars-2000 is in use, and although this is an incredibly understated fact, it’s worth appreciating that the LIPOWER Mars-2000 comes with a flat top that allows you to place gadgets and other items on top of it. I’d keep the water bottles and soda/beer cans away, though.

LiFePO5 Battery Power Supply – Has longer life spans and offers improved discharge and charge efficiency compared to Lithium Ion.

On the inside, the LIPOWER Mars-2000 is powered by LiFePO4 (with over 3500 charging cycles) and supplemented by a pretty impressive cooling system that runs at a low 35 decibels, staying quieter than most power stations that tend to emit a steady whirr whenever operational. Even after 3500 charging cycles, LIPOWER says the battery only degrades by a mere 20%, which means you can still comfortably use the LIPOWER Mars-2000 for as long as 10 years. That being said, LIPOWER even provides an impressive 4-year warranty on their product, which is currently available for a discounted price of $1,089 (that’s just about $0.74/Wh), or energy independence for about as much as the price of a new smartphone.

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Geelink GL-02 portable power station can be mixed and matched to your needs

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Battery-powered backups are becoming more common these days, especially as people start to move away from inefficient, loud, and dangerous gasoline generators. There is quite a number of options out there, differing in sizes, battery capacities, and output ports, demonstrating that there isn’t really a “one size fits all” solution in this case. There are some modular designs out there as well, but they sadly lean towards the hefty side of the spectrum, sorely testing the definition of the word “portable.” This portable power station, in contrast, is really something you can carry around without breaking your back. More importantly, however, you can lighten your load even further by bringing only what you need, leaving the rest behind if you’re sure you won’t need either AC or DC power while you enjoy a relaxing day off the grid.

Designer: OCEAN DESIGN

Different portable power stations try to meet different needs, which is why there are dozens of them available in different sizes. Some are hulking beasts that are really only portable if you roll them around on their wheels but, in turn, can power an entire house in an emergency. Some are small boxes that are only slightly larger but definitely heavier than a toolbox, and they can charge laptops and very small appliances for just a few hours, just enough for an afternoon outdoors.

The thing with these big batteries is that you are stuck with what you have. Sure, some let you daisy chain to power stations together, but the number of ports you have available is fixed forever. You can neither add more nor can you remove those that you don’t need, which could actually decrease the mass you need to carry. The Geelink GL-02 actually tries its hand at that modular approach, and while not completely perfect, it lays the foundation of what could be the modular and portable power station of the very near future.

Instead of a single box or crate, the GL-02 is made up of four parts that nicely stack on top of each other. The cover on top is really only needed when you’re not using the power station, but the battery box that sits at the bottom is the one constant part of the assembly. That module houses an 80,000 mAh battery that, thanks to sine wave inverters, can output a good 300W of AC power for appliances.

What goes on top of that battery is really up to you, but there are two modules available. The DC module is going to be popular with gadget lovers with its USB-C and USB-A ports, as well as a 12V DC barrel-type port. It is also the module that has a flashlight that is typical for camping and emergencies. The AC module, on the other hand, has two 220V AC outlets for appliances and a switch that manually turns the output on or off. Both modules have their own displays, but the odd location of the AC module’s screen pretty much decides that it will always be at the top.

With this design, you can opt to either attach only the DC module or only the AC module if you’re sure you won’t be needing the other. Of course, having the full assembly means you won’t have to think hard about that, but at least the option is there. The one flaw in this design is that it is limited to these four pieces and in a fixed stacking order. You can’t swap the placement of the DC and AC modules, and you can’t have two modules of the same type. You can’t even stack batteries to double the output. The execution might not be perfect, but it definitely sparks the imagination of what can be done with some tweaks to this stackable and modular design.

 

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Solego is a modular solar power system that’s also green in another way

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Many solar power stations and batteries claim to be green because of how they charge, but this modular solar system is really green inside and out.

A lot more people are becoming conscious of their fossil fuel use, especially when they’re actually trying to live off the grid or survive a power outage. Typical gasoline-chugging generators have long been considered to be not only wasteful but also dangerous, especially when used indoors. A need breed of portable power stations has been presenting cleaner, quieter, and greener options that use safer rechargeable batteries for power. To complete the green picture, these can even be charged via solar power. What might be a convenience for hikers, trekkers, and adventurers might be a life necessity for other people in other parts of the world, and that’s exactly what the Solego 2.0 is attempting to bring to regions where the grid is virtually non-existent.

Designer: Menhert Corporate Design

Clean, green, and renewable energy is nowhere more needed than in locations where electricity is not only expensive but also as rare as gold. These are areas where power generators are the go-to solution of homeowners and businesses, which often translates to gasoline generators. These, after all, are nearly ubiquitous, which means they’re easy to find and, more often than not, inexpensive. They are, however, also the worst in almost all other aspects, so more efficient and more economical options are always in high demand.

Solego 2.0 addresses those needs by being green in two ways, with the most obvious being how it charges its batteries from the sun. The design is modular so that each battery “pack” can be stacked or extended to provide more power as needed. There are enough ports and rod-type DC outlets to power any device, though the size of the pack will naturally determine how much juice it can actually send out. Solego itself doesn’t include the solar panels that will charge the batteries, but those are easily available in the market today.

What makes this solar system different from commercial solar power generators is how the design and composition of the product itself are environment-friendly. The top and bottom shells, for example, are made from a bio-based and biodegradable polymer, while the body uses aluminum that can be recycled later on. Although the batteries do contain chemicals, it is meant to use LiFePO4 or Lithium iron phosphate that doesn’t contain rare earths. This is also the same type of battery used in electric cars and most portable power stations.

With Solego, a small community or business can operate off the grid without feeling guilty that they are harming the environment in the process. While the total power output will depend on how large the batteries are, the system’s modular design means that they can be combined if more power is needed, avoiding wasted energy and material in making larger batteries. It’s definitely an interesting take on the current solar power generator trend and will hopefully become a more common consumer product in the future.

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Bluetti 2022 Easter Bundle will help you leave off the grid in the years to come

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Escaping the city is easy when you have a clean, green, and quiet power you can rely on to continue living the modern lifestyle.

Power banks or battery packs have almost become a necessity these days for any digital nomad, but those small boxes of energy can only go so far. While camping (or glamping) or during emergencies and power outages, you will need a lot more power to drive small appliances or even just charge your faithful MacBook. That’s where Bluetti’s wide assortment of portable power stations come in, offering large batteries that can even power your house in a pinch. Admittedly, these huge boxes aren’t something you’ll want to buy on a whim, but the company’s latest seasonal promos knock down those prices, so you’ll have fewer excuses not to prepare for a rainy or dark day.

Designer: Bluetti

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AC300+B300 Combo – Expandable Power Center

The Bluetti AC300 and its B300 battery module partner are the company’s current champions, offering power and flexibility in the combination you want or need. The AC300 is a 3000W Pure Sine AC inverter that allows you to power even the most demanding appliances. It doesn’t come with its own battery, though, but you can connect up to four of these 3,027 Wh B300 modules. You can even connect two such combinations for a whopping 24,576Wh or 6000W 24V of power to run the whole house. And thanks to its modular nature, you decide just how many modules you want to connect, making it easier to move them around the house or outdoors as needed.

AC200MAX – Versatile Power Monster

The Bluetti AC200 MAX walks the middle ground by containing its own 2,048Wh battery. It’s larger than the AC300 because of that, but it also means you can use it standalone. You can, however, also connect up to two B230 or B300 battery modules when you need more power. Just like its more flexible sibling, the AC200 MAX can power multiple devices or appliances at the same time, thanks to its 16 outputs ranging from AC outlets to USB-C ports.

EP500 – Unparalleled Power Backup

If portability isn’t too much of a concern, the Bluetti EP500 promises to be the only home emergency power backup you’ll ever need, especially with its large 5,100Wh capacity. As big as a suitcase, and thankfully also with wheels, this movable power station can be connected to our house’s main grid so it can kick in the moment power goes down. Bluetti’s Fusion Box lets you connect two of these together for the ultimate home power supply.

EB55 & EB70 – Pack Lighter, Travel Further

In contrast, the EB55 and EB70 go the opposite extreme and come in Bluetti’s most portable sizes. Providing 537Wh and 716Wh of power, respectively, these lighter batteries offer enough juice for a quick, relaxing trip outdoors. Like all of Bluetti’s power stations, these can be charged with solar energy, so you won’t have to worry about the power station itself running out in the middle of nowhere. In fact, Bluetti is also putting its new PV350 Solar Panel on a discount, guaranteeing 350W of power on a sunny day, and won’t break a sweat on cloudy ones.

This Easter, Bluetti is offering big price cuts for these products to help you prepare for worst-case scenarios or simply be more confident and less stressed when spending days away from a wall socket. The AC300 and two B300 batteries, for example, will go for only $5,399 ($400 off a regular $5,799), while a single B300 battery module will cost only $1,899 after a $100 discount. The PV200 Solar Panel is normally $499 but is $70 off at $429 during that promo period. With Bluetti’s product line, you don’t only get the power you need to live off the grid, you also have the choice to go completely green, thanks to solar panels that will charge these clean and quiet power generators.

Click Here to Buy Now: Up to $400 off. Hurry, Easter sale ends on April 18!

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Daimler and Volvo team up to make fuel cells for trucks and generators

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Daimler and Volvo both believe hydrogen fuel cells have a place alongside pure electric power, and they’re teaming up to ensure that happens. They’re forming a joint venture to develop and sell fuel cell systems. The focus is on heavy-duty trucks (su...