Recently, Nick Garbutt, an Award Winning Wildlife Photographer, took a 4 week long trip to Madagascar (an island nation in the Indian Ocean off the southeastern coast of Africa.). Nick took along the SolarGorilla & PowerGorilla Solar Laptop Charger Kit to keep his laptop charged and powered while in Madagascar’s remote areas where electricity was sporatic or even non-existent.  Very pleased with the results, Nick stated, “My Work as a wildlife and environmental photographer takes me to some of the remoter parts of the world, places where electricity is often sporatic  or non-existent. In today’s world of digital cameras, laptops and instant downloads, keeping equipment powered in the field is a consistant problem. Not any more. The combination of the Solar Gorilla / Power Gorilla is a compact, rugged and convenient solution that gives freedom and piece of mind. Recently, during 4 weeks in the field in Madagascar, I didn’t have to mains charge my Mac Book once!”

Nick Garbutt also sent some great photos of the Solar Gorilla and Power Gorilla in action while on his trip in Madagascar:

Thank you Nick for putting the Solar Gorilla and Power Gorilla to the test!  We always appreciate great stories like yours.  This really helps others feel confident that the this awesome solar laptop charger works great whether they’re just enjoying the great outdoors with it or if they are on a mission with their dedicated work on the other side of the world in Madagascar!

Click here to learn more about the SolarGorilla / PowerGorilla Solar Laptop Charger Kit at Earthtech Products

So you have a shed or a garage outback with no electricity and have been procrastinating about having electricity run to it because of many different reason.  Let’s face it between it being a project in itself, running electricity to your shed or garage costs lots of money, adds to your electric bill.. and who wants to deal with a contractor anyway?

Well, with the new emerging solar techologies out there it’s now possible to have a nice functional situation for your shed or garage without the high costs for running electricity to it. 

So if its lighting inside your shed or garage that you’re looking for then consider a Solar Shed Light which provides light inside your shed or garage with the convenience of a pull string.  Basically the Solar Panel mount attaches to the outside and and the light gets mounted inside then walla your done!  You can get a Solar Shed Light for under $120 at EarthtechProducts.com.

If you are looking for some light on the outside of your shed or garage on those nights where you need to run out there for a tool or something then check out the variety of Solar Powered Security Motion Lights that range from $65 – $114 depending on the brightness that you are looking for.  These lights are triggered by motion and are completely solar so no maintenance is needed.  You simply mount the light in the location of your choice and mount the solar panel in the best location of sun light.  The solar panel comes with a nice length of cord so you have the ability to mount the panel in the right place.

If you need some power for running some tools, a radio, or charging other small electronic devices then you can take a look at the Solar Laptop Charger & Portable Power Kit 200 Watt. Despite it’s name Solar Laptop Charger Kit, It can actually do much more than that since it has a built in inverter that allows you to plug in any small 110 v appliance via the 110 v outlet.  This unit comes with a foldable solar panel and a power pack 200.  You can basically have the foldable panel outside and run the line from the solar panel inside your shed or garage and connect it to the power pack 200 and your all set.  what’s great about this set up is that it is portable so you can take with you camping, fishing, hunting, or anywhere else that you need remote power.  The Power Pack 200 comes with attached jumper cables and a 250 p.s.i. air compressor (those could be useful )

There are also great alternatives for venting your shed or garage with using Solar Shed Vents.  Whether you need exhausting or intake these solar vents really work great.  Prices for Solar Vents start at around $99.

So now you know that there are some great alternatives to running electricity to your shed or garage..  so what are you waiting for stop procrastinating!

See the Solar Shed Light

See Solar Security Lights

See the Solar Laptop Charger & Portable Power Kit 200 Watt

See Solar Vents & Solar Fans

Here is the perfect eco-friendly gift… The Companion C1 Radio is more than just a radio, it’s a Crank Solar Radio, Flashlight & Cell Phone Charger!  This great little companion is perfect for those who like independence to utilize the power of the sun or human power instead of buying batteries.

You can find the Companion C1 Radio at Earthtech Products for only $34.99.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are right around the corner and perhaps you are gearing up for some sale hunting.  Earthtech Products is offering $10 off any order over $99 by entering the coupon code SAVE08 at checkout and FREE shipping on orders over $299.. giving you the opportunity to load up your shopping carts and get your holiday shopping done.  Why go to the mall and deal with the hassles of crowds?  Chances are you wouldn’t be able to find unique gifts like the ones at Earthtech Products at the mall anyway or any other brick and mortar stores.  With many unique gift ideas to choose from like the top selling Power Monkey Explorer Solar Charger for the eco-friendly gadget geek on your list to a Solar Motion Activated Security Light for Dad’s shed out back, there’s no doubt that you will find a green gift for just about anyone on your gift list. 

Earthtech Products makes your gift shopping easier too:

Earthtech Products has a well thought out gift section to their store that catagorizes gifts by price, gifts by recipient like Gifts for Him, Gifts for Her, Gifts for Teens, Gifts for the Outdoorsman, Gifts for Gadget Lovers.. well you get the drift..

So if you are looking for green gifts, solar gifts, innovative gifts, or just plain totally unique gifts that you can’t really find anywhere else, then check Earthtech Products Holiday Gift Guide for 2008 that features all the above catagories that I mentioned.  Oh, and don’t forget to take advantage of the Black Friday & Cyber Monday coupon code SALE08 at check out and take $10 off your order over $99.  Hey and you never know.. the coupon code may work even before Black Friday.  ;)

Click here to check out the Earthtech Products Holiday Gift Guide.

   
There are many wind up radios available out there on the market but very few have such great quality as the Eyemax Wind-Up Radio.  This crank radio has many nice features like am/fm radio, built-in led flashlight, small solar panel and crank handle.  The solar panel is really amazing..  As soon as you put it out in the sun the music starts playing pretty much instantly and will continue playing while in the sun.  This item though is most known for it’s crank handle that allows you to crank or wind it up.. A 30-second wind provides 35 minutes of play time.  Pretty impressive.  This was also the only wind up radio that I have seen with such a great manufacturer (FreePlay) backing it up.  They literally replace the unit no questions asked if you experience any problems with it.  But I would have to say it would be pretty unlikely that this item would have any defects because it is made with such great quality.  I mean nice thick plastic and quality components.

So if you are looking for a great quality eco friendly type gift for the holidays, the Eyemax Wind Up Radio comes highly recommended. psssst it’s only $42.99.

See more on this Wind Up Radio at Earthtech Products.

The Vers 1.5 iPod Speaker & Alarm Radio:

So far the coolest & stylish looking iPod dock system I have seen.  Not only does the Vers 1.5 iPod Speaker & Alarm Radio come in various amazing finishes but it has many nice features such as a Precision digital AM/FM tuner, Energy efficient class D amplifier, 15 watt full range speaker, Dual alarm – AM/FM radio or iPod, and other great features.  So you ask “What is an Energy Efficient Class D Amplifier”?  The class D amplifier in Vers is 80% more efficient than other amplifiers, meaning it uses about half the power to produce the same sound and volume. Class D amplifiers generate less heat as a result.  Measuring in at 8.27″ (W) X 6.89″ (D) X 5.67″ (H), this nice compact iPod player makes a fasionable space saver.   Comes in the following finishes: Cherry, Natural Walnut, Dark Walnut, Bamboo, Black Gloss and White Gloss.  Definitely a nice gift for the holidays for the music buff.  :)

See this great iPod Dock Speaker & Alarm Radio at Earthtech Products for $199.00

When a home owner considers purchasing a solar panel system for their home there is usually some hesitation because of the high costs associated with having a solar panel system installed.  There are more affordable solutions such as starting small with a easy expandable grid tie solar panel kit system.   

Grid tie solar panels for the home generate energy from the sun and feed that electricity into your home, selling any excess back into the grid to offset your power bills. Grid tie solar panels for the home are the easiest renewable energy system to install, own and maintain. They have no moving parts, no regular service requirements and make no noise. Solar Grid Tie Solar Panel Kits come with everything you need to start generating your own energy; Solar Panel, mounting system, and built-in grid tie power inverter.

Everything with solar electric grid tie systems are plug and play, leaving lots of room for easy expansion. All you need is a 240 VAC power line run through a disconnect, then to the location where the panels are to be installed, and everything after that simply plugs in. If you ever want to add more power simply purchase additional kits, mount and simply plug them into your existing Solar Grid Tie Solar Panel Kit and your set to generate even more power.

If you are interested in starting a solar panel system for your home the Solar Grid Tie Residential Solar Panel Kit – SGT-160 at Earthtech Products is a great way to start. Whats cool about this grid tie solar panel kit is that it comes with everything you need to install it and has a inverter built-in to the panel.

See the Solar Grid Tie Residential Solar Panel Kit – SGT-160 at Earthtech Products..

There is now a safe alternative to conventional candles.. battery operated candles.  These flameless candles operate from batteries and LED lights and are available in various forms from battery operated votive candles to vanilla scented real wax pillar style candles.  Not only do these battery operated candles provide a safer environment since they do not have a flame but they are incredibly realistic.  Side by side you really cannot tell a difference from the real thing.  The votive flameless candles are made of high quality materials and have glass holders and are rechargeable candles really making them the perfect gift.  Another personal favorite of mine is the Beeswax Battery Operated Wax Candles which imitate the look of a dripping partly melted look.  All of the above battery operated candles can be found at Earthtech Products and range in price from $19.89 for a Beeswax Battery Operated Candle to $38.95 for a 4 pack of high quality battery operated votive candles.  Both styles make great inexpensive gifts.  

See these battery operated candles and more at Earthtech Products..   

The future of affordable, renewable residential energy is wind. You’ll be amazed by the wind power you can harness for your home or boat with the following wind generators and turbines. Wind is the future of tomorrow! Depending on the model, a small residential wind turbine with a rated capacity of 1.8 KW and a rotor of 12 feet has the ability to produce an estimated 400 KWh when the wind is breezing at a mere 12 mph. Wind generators and turbines are also designed to last, e.g. Southwest Wind provides estimates of 20 years on some of their products. Think of the favor you’ll be doing Mother Nature when you buy into wind!

The Air-X builds upon what has made AIR the world’s #1 selling small wind turbine. The new technology used in the Air-X was only previously found in mega-watt-class wind turbines.

The AIR-X is an ideal product for the person that needs a little power for basic appliances such as TV, radio and a few lights.

Our customers found this item to be most useful for applications such as alternate power for remote cabins, remote monitoring stations, telecommunication towers, and many more applications. The alternate power applications are endless. The AIR-X uses a new microprocessor based technology that results in an increase in performance, battery charging capability, and reliability. Additionally, “flutter” noise from the machine has been reduced.

The controller allows for peak-power tracking of the wind by optimizing the alternator’s output on all points of the cubic curve and efficiently delivers the energy to the battery. The turbine’s smart controller allows it to actually control blade rotation speed thus eliminating the buzzing noise commonly found with most small wind turbines.

See this Wind Turbine at Earthtech Products

So you know someone who loves solar gadgets.. but you’re not really sure what the newest & hottest solar gadgets gifts are for 2008?

Well.. You’ve landed in the right place.  We have brought together this year’s favorite Solar Power Gadgets just for you in our Solar Gadgets and Solar Gifts of 2008 section which includes new and exciting Solar Gadgets from Solar Cell Phone & iPod Chargers, Solar Backpacks, Solar Outdoor lighting, Solar Battery Chargers, to the famous Solar Autovent.

So go ahead and browse around below and check out the newest and coolest solar gadgets available.  The folks at Earthtech Products are extremely knowledgeable and available to answer any questions you may have about these amazing new solar gadgets so please don’t hesitate to give them a call at 877-548-3387.

Power Monkey Explorer Solar Charger – PowerMonkey Reg Price: $133.99 Sale Price: $119.89 SolarGorilla Solar Charger – Solar Gorilla Reg Price: $249.85 Sale Price: $239.85 PowerGorilla Laptop Charger – Powertraveller Power Gorilla Reg Price: $299.95 Sale Price: $289.89 Voltaic Solar Backpack Reg Price: $279.00 Sale Price: $219.00 Fusion Solar Messenger Bag Reg Price: $199.99 Sale Price: $189.89 Solar Camera Bag Reg Price: $149.00 Sale Price: $124.95 Sunlinq Portable Solar Panel Charger 12W 12V Reg Price: $229.95 Sale Price: $189.89 Solar Laptop Charger & Portable Power Kit 200 Watt Reg Price: $349.00 Sale Price: $299.89 Sunsei SE-500 Solar Battery Charger for med. sized Boats, RVs, Trucks and Tractors. Reg Price: $115.00 Sale Price: $95.39 Blue Fire – Solar Garden Art Reg Price: $49.00 Sale Price: $37.95 Solar String Lights – Hand-Blown Glass Reg Price: $65.00 Sale Price: $54.85 Solar Auto Vent Reg Price: $35.99 Sale Price: $29.99

See more solar gifts and gadgets like these…

Also check out our Holiday Gift Guide where you can shop by price range or by recipient.