Blog tagged as hurricane irma

You use batteries every day, but how much do you really know about the different types of batteries? It’s important to understand the benefits and drawbacks of each so that you can make a smart investment the next time you purchase a battery or battery-operated technology. 

We’ll review the diff...

Powering Communication Devices: Effective communication is vital for coordinating disaster response efforts. Solar Microgrid Trailers can power:

●        Cell phones

●        Wi-Fi hotspots

●        Two-way radios

By ensuring that first re...

2. Reducing Emissions

The integration of solar technology directly impacts greenhouse gas emissions from trailer operations. Here's why it matters:

●  Traditional diesel engines contribute heavily to air pollution and climate change due to their high CO2 output.

●   Solar-powered tr...

During a crisis, being able to communicate can be a matter of life or death. It's crucial to have effective ways of coordinating disaster response efforts and ensuring that help reaches those who are most in need. Unfortunately, traditional power sources often fail during emergencies, leaving commun...

---Greg Goins, Ph.D., gives a demonstration on the solar-powered charging trailer acquired by College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences research division at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. “It’s the ultimate classroom, but it’s small enough that we can move it any...