TEL: Technology Exchange Lab

Lighting in rural India is mainly achieved through the burning of kerosene lamps. In remote parts of India, specifically in the states of Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh , kerosene is unavailable. If available, it is sold to the poor at exorbitant black market rates, sometimes upwards of 70 rupees per liter (a 2005 estimate). Lighting...

D.light Design has developed a series of reliable solar lanterns to replace dim, hazardous and expensive kerosene lanterns, as well as to combat carbon emissions. They are specifically designed for families who live in rural areas without access to electricity. All of their lanterns utilize a photovoltaic module to power LED lights...

Freeplay's new Indigo LED Lantern is a self-sufficient rechargeable lantern that answers many portable lighting needs and is environmentally friendly The Indigo Lantern features a cluster of ultra-bright LEDs as the primary light source for space illumination, and also has a single-LED directional light source for use as a reading light...

The basic solar-powered LED home lighting system consists of two LED lamps 5-watt solar panel 12V/7Ah sealed lead acid battery charge controller Each LED lamp contains a single diode - the highest quality currently available. Both lights are equipped with a dimmer switch, which allows them to operate in either high brightness or low...

The Mini-BoGo Light can be used for reading, working, crafts, etc. as well as for outdoor activities. In addition to being an effective task light, the Mini-BoGo illumination angle provides a useful cone of light over an area of about 4 square feet, and useful, but lower, level illumination over wider area

The ToughStuff Rechargable LED Lamp has four high-power led lights (8mm, super bright), a 4-intensity setting toggle, weighs only 4.3oz, and includes a swiveling wall hanger. The imbedded battery ( 1300 mAh) provides between 6- 30 hours of modern lighting after a full day’s sunlight Features Bright enough to read by on the highest setting...

SolarBulb™ is a solar powered LED lamp that fastens onto conventional beverage containers and lights up automatically in the dark; controlled by a built-in light sensor. Just leave the SolarBulb™ in the sun for 4 hours, and receive 6 full hours of continuous LED lighting. SolarBulb™ has the unique sunflower-like design ; its solar...

The Moonlight is an effective light source for use in the rural areas of Cambodia where there is little access to electricity. An average day's worth of sunlight can provide a low intensity glow for use throughout the entire night, or a high intensity glow for around 4 hours. A 3 meter cord allows the attached solar panel to collect...

In places where there is little access to reliable electricity, there is still access to sunlight. The Solar Bottle Bulb, designed and developed by students at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, is a strategic solution that utilizes recycled material and provides light equivalent to that of a standard light bulb. A plastic water...

Mightylight is a portable LED lamp that is recharged with a solar panel. It can be used as either a home or portable lamp and it's 1-watt LED bulb sufficient to light an entire room. The case is highly durable and water resistant. The manufacturers hope this lamp will replace dangerous and expensive kerosene lamps in regions where...

Solar sister is a solar light distribution system that provides affordable lighting to off-grid communities and provides economic opportunities to women in the process. Lighting is crucial for education, healthcare and daily living. Many people without electric power must either go without the benefits of lighting or use unhealthy and...

Nokero makes solar lights and chargers to meet the needs and budgets of communities living without access to electricity . We design products that are practical, intuitive, and the most cost-effective on the market, and then partner with local organizations to get them to the communities who need them most. Our N200 bulb captures...

Since the launch of the Lifeline radio in 2003, Lifeline Energy has been gathering user feedback as to how to create an even better radio. The Prime Radio is the next generation of power independent, multi-band radio to provide 24/7 listening access - anytime, anywhere An analogue radio with FM, AM and three SW bands, the Prime features...

Recently released, the Solarstor is Lifeline Energy ’s latest contribution to the humanitarian sector. With its ability to charge mobile phones and LED lights, the Solarstor provides women with not only a source of light but also an income from charging phones. They can even earn money The Solarstor has fastening loops allowing for...

SociaLite was created to address the lighting needs of the extreme poor in remote, rural, off-grid communities where the average household income may be less than 25 cents/day. SociaLite operates at minimal cost, requires minimal technical knowledge and minimal access to a support infrastructure. Operated as a lighting service , each...

The Mandarin Ultra is among the cheapest quality solar lights in the world. It is helping us at illumination to achieve our goal of reducing the energy poverty currently experienced by the world's poorest people, and thereby helping them to have more disposable income, be healthier & safer, and better educated Key features of the...

The Solar Muscle is described by its inventors as the cheapest and most durable yet lightest and smallest solar- powered LED light available The Solar Muscle is an all-in- one solution that replaces dangerous, toxic and expensive kerosene lamps in developing countries It has 2 brightness settings and units can be clicked together to form...

HiLight by HiNation provides both portable lighting and mobile phone charging. HiLight is rugged and portable. It has flexible textile straps for easy carrying around and hanging. HiLight has an all-in -one construction with a one button design for easy usage . HiLight eliminates the use of kerosene lanterns by providing 20 hours...

IndiGo is a complete, low cost solar energy system for homes without access to municipal power. The system includes a solar panel, control box and LED lighting. Batteries can be attached to the control box to store electricity for nighttime use. As well as lights, control box can charge cell phones and power other small devices The...

Little Sun uses the natural energy of sunlight where energy is unavailable or unreliable, not affordable or not sustainable. Five hours of natural light equals five hours of Little Sunlight. Little Sun's lifespan is 3 years before it needs a battery replacement. It can hang on a wall or be placed on a table, be carried as a hand -held...

Our solar kits supply basic and mid-level energetic demands that allow our customers to have light, charge their cellphones, power a portable computer with internet, etc. The solar kits provide sustainable technology , as their benefits are derived at a lower social, environmental and economic cost than all other current alternatives...

The Sun King provides 16 hours of light on a singly day's charge, allowing an entire family to cook, walk and study by its bright light without fear of losing power Modern technology does not mean maximum prices anymore. For the first time, the Sun King™ brings a bright, clean light, designed for the needs of the masses 2X brighter than...

SOLARKIOSK is a highly optimized kiosk with solar panels on top. Once installed , it becomes a compact, affordable and sturdy shop offering energy, products, tools and services Every kiosk is designed as a kit of parts, only to be assembled upon arrival at its target location. The packages are light-weight, do not require a container and...

The solution is a modular solar lamp designed to make solar lighting economically viable for the Base of the Pyramid consumer. Over 500 million people today use toxic kerosene lamps, which burn people and homes and emit millions of tons in greenhouse gases yearly. KARIBU's product provides an affordable solar substitute for kerosene...

With an enduring commitment to solving the global problem of energy poverty, which affects  over 2 billion people worldwide, Nuru Energy has developed a one-of-a-kind  robust and simple-to-use off- grid recharging platform, the Nuru POWERCycle™ pedal generator.  The POWERCycle ™ provides reliable clean, sustainable power anytime...

The Soccket is a portable generator in a size 5 soccer ball, converting kinetic energy from the rolling ball into electrical energy it then stores. Can provide hours of light after minutes of play

Betta 500 is an external LED flood light that illuminates external areas and perimeters . It can replace grid-powered lighting or be installed as a green fields solution Typical applications are the illumination of security fencing, external areas, parking lots and garages, walkways, areas not economically serviceable by grid electricity...

The Pharox Solar Kit is a package containing a lamp, a solar panel and a built-in USB connection to charge mobile devices The battery can be charged in 8 hours in full sunlight. Through the built-in usb connection the lamp provides a solution to charge your mobile devices like phones, mp3 players and ipods The lamp has 3 light levels...

The Beacon Solar MB1 lantern is a water proof, weather- resistant, multi-purpose solar light. This LED lantern gives out 28 Lumens of light. The device can be hung on a rope or placed on a table top. A full day of solar charging provides five hours of light. If the battery is fully charged, it can run up to 8 hours The Solar MB1 lantern...

The Kyoto Flash is designed to replace dangerous, filthy and expansive kerosene lights and provide task light for studying, crafts, trade and security The Kyoto Flash has a solar panel that charges in the sunlight. It can be clipped to a belt so it can charge while users go about their days. A full charge provides 6 hours of light...

GravityLight is a lighting alternative to dangerous and costly kerosene lamps. With the GravityLight, light is produced by the force of gravity. As a weight ( approximately 10kg bag of rocks) descends, it is attached to a cord which powers the light. The weight produces light the entire time it is falling - about 15 to 30 minutes...