Lawal Sheriff Olakunle with his solar fan. Living in Lagos, 33-year-old Lawal Sheriff Olakunle is used to electricity shortages. He considers 10–15 hours of electricity a day to be stable power. But ...

There are a variety of situations where you want to cool off an area that doesn't have an electrical outlet nearby, like a shed or greenhouse, or a space that's tough to access, like an attic. You can ...

The easiest way of making a solar fan is to connect the solar PV panel to a DC fan of a matching voltage and power rating. This simple arrangement does work, but has few serious drawbacks: The system ...

Beat the heat with solar or rechargeable fans. Discover the best options for eco-friendly, cost-effective cooling in Nigeria. I’ve found myself wishing for a solar fan every time my rechargeable fan ...

Jackery is showcasing a range of products at CES 2026 that defy the standard solar panel aesthetic with modern and mobile ...

Breathing new life into the ordinary bus stop isn’t as simple as it might sound, but Metro officials are giving it a spin in the hopes of slightly cooling riders down. A prototype shelter aimed at ...

Neither rain, nor heat will ruin your summer vacation with this simple yet genius item: a foldable backpack umbrella that comes with a cooling fan, UV sun protection, Bluetooth speakers, and a solar ...

We tested 20 solar generators to find the most versatile devices that can provide emergency backup power and fuel off-grid ...

This has to be one of the most peculiar gadgets we have seen here on Geeky Gadgets. Admittedly, it is bound to keep you nice and cool when it gets really hot this summer, but it will also make you ...

The best solar generator pairs a large-capacity rechargeable power station — a big battery, at heart — with a set of portable solar panels, making for a versatile device that can provide backup power ...