Most solar lights are cheap garbage that exist just to put more microplastics into the environment as they degrade in short order. [Jeremy Cook] built his own solar light, however, and this one ...

During 2024, I encountered a solar panel device that could charge your car wherever it was parked. GoSun was behind that EV Solar Charger, and while it seemed like a solid idea, there are some ...

I had this idea of building my own bicycle lighting system totally personalized, the lights would have the exact lighting pattern I wanted and the shape I decide. That's why I started to build this ...

Discover how to build a simple device that converts light into electricity using LEDs and diodes. This step-by-step guide demonstrates assembling an LED-diode cluster, connecting it to a capacitor for ...

When it comes to electromagnetic waves, humans can really only directly perceive a very small part of the overall spectrum, ...

While this boat needs sunny conditions to power its motor, it's not limited by the need to refuel that reduces the range of ...

With a new year comes a new season of solar car racing! The official dates for the 2026 Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix (FSGP) and the 2026 Electrek American Solar Challenge (ASC) have been released.

Dusk has slashed the price of a stylish lamp in its winter sale, which conveniently doesn't require a plug socket. The Charon LED Rechargeable Wireless Lamp, featuring a chic art deco design with a ...

The winter solstice, famously the shortest day of the year, is nearly three weeks behind us. So why is the sun rising later than it did on Dec. 21? The answer lies in Earth's rotation and orbit.

Arducam recently launched the All-in-One Raspberry Pi AI Camera Kit with CM5, a Raspberry Pi CM5-based PoE outdoor security ...

You don't need to check in to check out what nearby hotels have to offer. Many hotels open their doors to locals looking for a mini getaway without the overnight stay. From heated outdoor pools and ...

One of the easiest and most useful smart home upgrades you can make is picking up a couple of smart light bulbs. Here’s how to get started.