There's simply nothing worse than having your cellular phone low on battery and having no electricity or outlet to plug it in, which is why these eco-friendly charging devices are here to offer a more sustainable and effective way to energize your gadgets.
While making sure to pack your smartphone charger in your bag is definitely one way to stay prepared, you can't always rely on finding an outlet while outside or travelling abroad. That's why choosing to go green and utilizing a more natural and convenient method such as kinetic energy or solar power is a more reliable way to keep your technological devices going at all times.
From pedal-powered mobile chargers to sustainable smartphone chargers, these eco-friendly devices will definitely provide a more reliable source of energy while on-the-go.
62 Eco-Friendly Charging Devices
From Kinetic Smartphone Chargers to Solar-Powered Phone Chargers:
Tana Makmanee — Jul 31, 2013 — Eco
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Heat-Leeching Chargers
EcoCharge by Ardavan Mirhosseini Absorbs Warmth for Power
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Solar-Powered Multi-Chargers
Notebook-Sized Solar Panel Can Charge Two iPads At Once
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Solar-Powered Tablet Shields
LilyPad 2 is an Eco-Friendly and Multifunctional iPad 2 Case
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Kinetic Eco Gadgets
The Shake MP3 Player
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Manual Mobile Chargers
The Cyclus Step2 Generator Juices Up Your Gadgets With Your Energy Input
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DIY Phone Chargers
This Solar-Powered DIY Phone Charger is Affordable and Easy to Make
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Kinetic Phone Chargers
The Ino Bike Lets Commuters Recharge Phones On the Go
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Human Energy Device Chargers
Boost Battery Life Without an Outlet Using the K-TOR Pocket Socket 2
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Suctioning Smartphone Accessories
The Window Cling Solar Charger Powers Devices Using Sun's Energy
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Wind-Powered Chargers
Aero E by Lancy Cassidy Converts the Window's Draft to Electric Energy
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Shoe Gadget Juicers
Cellphone Charger by Soledad Martin Turns Paces into Power
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Electricity-Free Smartphone Chargers
The BoostTurbine by Eton is for Powering Up Without an Outlet
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Sustainable Charging Stations
The RockAppleWood iPad/iPhone Speaker Dock is Cleverly Upcycled
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Foldable Sun-Powered Chargers
Wenger Portable Solar Chargers Can Refuel Gadgets in the Outdoors
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Solar-Powered Battery Packs
The Eton Mobius iPhone 4 Harnesses the Power of the Sun
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Phone-Charging Furniture
Powerkiss Gives You Wireless Love
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Solar-Powered Phone Chargers
The Monster Watts Case Boosts Your Phone On-the-Go
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Green Cellular Chargers
The Pottery Barn Teen 'Solar Powered Battery Pack' is Eco-Friendly
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Device-Charging Solar Backpacks
The ‘Birksun Levels’ Solar Backpack Charges Gadgets on
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Portable Solar Chargers
The Powertraveller Solarmonkey Adventurer Charges Gadgets On-The-Go
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Turbine Gadget-Chargers
The iPhone iFan Powers Your Phone Using Air
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Eolic Avian Eco Chargers
Txan Txan Harnesses Wind Power on a Small Scale to Supply Your Devices
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Cyclist Gadget Chargers
The Energysport from Filipe Lima Turns Pedaling into Power
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Eco Bike Chargers
The i-Green Concept Juices Up Your Gadgets While Cycling
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Personal Solar Panels
The Joss Orange Solar Charger Aims to Make Solar Power Affordable
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Pedal-Powered Mobile Chargers
'The Charge Cycle' Helps You Pedal Your Way to a Fully Charged Phone
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Rocking Chair Chargers
Shawn Kim's Kinetic Rocker is a Relaxing Way to Recharge Your Batteries
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Eco Smartphone Chargers
This Solar Charger by Emma Sandberg Makes Your Gadget Greener
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Bamboo Solar Smartphone Chargers
The iSolar Charges Your Cellphone Anywhere You Go
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Pedal-Powered Phone Chargers
The EcoXPower Bike Light Doubles as a Smartphone Charger
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Solar Panel Smartphone Chargers
Sol Solar iPhone 4 Battery Case Harnesses Energy From the Sun
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Energy-Conserving Chargers
The Mushroom GreenZERO Ensures that No Electricity is Wasted
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Bonsai Tree Chargers (UPDATE)
The Electree by Vivien Muller Provides Eco-Friendly Power-Ups
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Wind-Powered Battery Chargers
The Febot
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DIY Sustainable Smartphone Chargers
This Fire-Powered Charger is Perfect for Outdoor Travel
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Emergency Crank Cell Chargers
The Hand Crank Emergency Cell Phone Charger Will Help You Out
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Eco Timer Chargers
The Dialug Ensures People Don't Waste Power and Energy
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Eco Mini-Chargers
Horizon's Minipak, Hydrofil and Hydrostik Are Hydrogen-Powered
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Outlet-Imitating Eco Chargers
The SunVolt Solar Power Station Charges Multiple Gadgets at Once
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Electric Trolley EV Chargers
El-Assist Charges Up Electric Cars On the Go
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Green Gadget Power-Ups
Solar Window Charger Boosts Batteries in an Eco-Friendly Manner
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Mini Eco Chargers
Solar Charger Keyring
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Lightbulb-Powered Chargers
Heat-Electricity Conversion Storage Device Benefits from Inefficiency
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Electricity-Reducing Adapters
The PowerCutter Charger Breaks Unused Circuits to Conserve Energy
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Sculptural Gadget-Chargers
The Eco Power Strip Harnesses Hydrogen and Oxygen
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Flower Pot Gadget Chargers
Solar Concept Fuses Green Energy and Interior Decor
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Hybrid Gadget Chargers (UPDATE)
The Solio Rocsta Can Recharge Thousands of Dead Devices
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Phone-Charging Headphones
These Solar Powered Headphones Can Charge a Smartphone
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Kinetic Smartphone Chargers
The Infinity Cell Uses Kinetic Energy to Charge Your iPhone
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Ecotastic Phone Chargers
The Kiwi U-Powered is a Solar and USB-Powered Charger
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Floral Gadget Chargers
Aydan Angweiquan's 'Touchpot' Uses Kinetic Energy to Charge Electronics
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Eco Roadside Energizers
The WattStation Electric Car Charger is Super-Efficient for those Busy Day
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Sun-Powered Eco-Chargers
The Solar Vox is a Personal Solar-Powered Gadget Charger
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Illuminating Eco Smartphone Chargers
The Voltmaker Charges a Device and Features a Built-In Light
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Multitasking Power Providers
Charge Two Devices at the Same With the Idapt I1 Eco Charger
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Energy-Generating Exercise Equipment
Healthy Electricity Powers Your Home While You Workout
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Angelic Solar Chargers
The Green Angel Backpack Lets Girls Gather Green Power On-The-Go
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Hand-Cranked Batteries
Qian Jiang Designs Self-Recharging Wind-Up Batteries
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Sun Powered Powerpacks
The Solar P-Flip by Dexim is Invincible
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Umbrella Phone Chargers
The Booster Brolly Will Juice Your Phone, Rain or Shine
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Solar-Powered Phone Boosters
The iPower from Mi Suny Doubles Your iPhone/iPad's Battery
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Chargeable Containers
Sverre Wiik Oberg Designs iPod Packaging That has a Real Function
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High-Performance Micro Chargers
The Anker 100W Nano Charger is One of the Brand's Smallest Yet
Roof-Mounted EV Charging Systems
The GoSun SUN Delivers 1,200 Watts of Clean Energy for EVs
Minimalist Vehicular Smartphone Chargers
The Nomad Charge Mount is MagSafe-Compatible
Contemporary Magnetic Device Docks
The Belkin BoostCharge Pro MagSafe Charger Stand is Two-in-One
Folding Next-Gen Device Chargers
The Anker Qi2 MagGo Foldable Power Bank Delivers 15W of Charging
Solar-Ready Portable Power Banks
The GoSun Power 266 Has a Highly Mobile Design
Quick-Charge Omni-Device Docks
The ESR 6-in-1 MagSafe Charger Prioritizes Productivity
Collapsible Three-in-One Chargers
The Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station is Qi2-Certified
Data Storage Smartphone Chargers
The MemKeeper Charger Powers and Backs Up Devices
Origami Travel Solar Panels
Sego Innovations Offers Tech for Powering Farther Off the Grid
Smartphone-Charging Smart Wallets
This Smart Wallet Offers Charging & Phone Stand Functionality
Off-Grid Solar Energy Units
The 'Iris' Portable Solar Tracker Has an All-in-One Design
Charging-Friendly Smartphone Controllers
The 'PocketPlay' iPhone Gaming Controller is Feature-Rich
Folding Dock-Like Power Banks
The Anker MagGo Power Bank is Qi2-Certified
Module-Compatible Power Banks
The ELECOM NESTOUT Has a 15,000mAh Battery Within
Emotive EV Charging Stations
The Conceptual Kvitter EV Charger Has an Interactive AI Interface
Foldable Four-in-One Tech Chargers
The Aulumu M01 Folding Charging Station is Cyberpunk-Inspired
Apple-Certified Charging Stations
ESR is Releasing the World's First Apple-Certified Charging Dock
Magnetic Smartphone Stand Wallets
The Satechi Magnetic Wallet Stand Supports Handsfree Viewing
Powerful Solar Generators
The Jackery Solar Generator 2000 Plus is Versatile and Trustworthy
Three-in-One Power Banks
The Anker Power Bank 10K Fusion Works as a Battery, Charger and More
Sustainable Electric Toothbrushes
The bamtoo KOA V2 Has a Powerful Ultrasonic Motor
Hybrid Professional Power Banks
The 'BOLD 2' Power Bank Charges Six Devices at Once
Compact Portable Power Stations
Volcan Creative's Futuristic Power Station is Trustworthy
Multifunctional Compact Chargers
Twelve South Presents the Butterfly 2-in-1 MagSafe Charger
Space-Saving Smartphone Charger Hubs
The Journey NOVA Charging Station is Qi2-Certified
WiFi-Charged Speaker Concepts
The Braun 'FaithFull' Speaker by Edoardo Gouffran is Easy to Charge
Smartwatch-Friendly Chargers
The Nomad 65W Power Adapter Apple Watch Edition is Three-in-One
Cassette-Style Smartphone Chargers
The Remax Powerbank Tape Offers a Retro Way to Charge Up
All-in-One Desktop Tech Sets
The JSD Wireless Charging System Maximizes Productivity
Eco-Friendly Electric Scooters
This Urban Electric Scooter Offers Safe & Reliable City Navigation
Artistic Lamppost EV Chargers
The Voltpost Provides Easy Access to EV Charging
Ultra-Slim Device Chargers
Anker's Latest 65W Prime Charger Fits Between Larger Plugs
Garden-Inspired Smartphone Chargers
The Mini Moonlit Desk Garden by Seunghyuk Shin is Meditative
Rolling Technology Chargers
The 'Simple' Freestyle Wireless Charger Handles All Devices
Ultra-Slim MagSafe Power Banks
ADAM elements Designs the GRAVITY C5 MagSafe Power Bank
Reduced Connectivity Mobile Devices
The Minimal Phone Combats Against Too Much Scrolling
Power Bank Wall Chargers
The Belkin BoostCharge Hybrid Wall Charger Has Dual-Charge Modes
Tech-Charging Valet Trays
The Courant MAG:3 Valet Tray Reduces Clutter in a Stylish Way
Display-Equipped Smart Chargers
The Conceptual Dino Charger by Jerry Kong is Smart and Stylish
Compact Contemporary Power Banks
The Anker Nano Can Charge Twice as Fast as Standard Power Banks
Adaptable Modular Power Banks
The STATIK Snap-N-Charge Universal Power Bank is All-in-One
Scalable Eco Energy Systems
The ALLPOWERS R3500 Smart Energy Kit Reduces Electricity Costs
Versatile Three-in-One Wireless Chargers
Spigen Unveils the ArcField Three-in-One Wireless Charger
Advanced Quad-Device Chargers
The Native Union Fast Desktop Charger Offers 140W of Power
Minimalist Designer Tech Chargers
The Charger from Counterpart Comes in Five Color Options
Device-Charging Sun Hats
The EcoFlow Power Hat Generates Electricity When Worn in the Sun
Magnetic Plant-Based Power Banks
The Native Union (Re)Classic Power Bank is Slim and Stylish
Multifunctional Folded Chargers
Anker Presents the Qi2-certified 15W MagGo Wireless Charger
Wearable Triangular Power Banks
This MChaos Power Bank Has a Retractable Cord
Magnetic Fast-Charge Smartphone Docks
The Nomad Stand Charger Supports Qi2 Technology
Wearable Solar Power Stations
BLUETTI's Latest Power Solution is a Solar-Powered Backpack
Wireless Smartphone Flashlight Cards
The 'LumiCard' Draws Power from the Rear of Smartphones
Millennium Gamer Smartphone Chargers
The Elago WS M5 Charging Stand is Game Boy-Inspired
Adaptable Slim Smartphone Chargers
The 2-in-1 Wireless Charger is Designed for the iPhone 15
Solar-Powered Charging Robots
The Conceptual Solar Mars Bot Provides Power to Charge Up Solutions
Frozen Treat Power Banks
The Conceptual 'PoPsic' Charger Has a Charming Yet Functional Design
Wireless E-Bike Charging Systems
MobiDock Launched a Charging Ecosystem for Bikes and Scooters
Portable Efficient Power Banks
ROMOSS' Quick Charge Pro Device is Great for Traveling
Miniature Wireless Chargers
The Neatcharge by Humanscale is a Wireless Charging Device
Battery-Powered Outdoor Appliances
The BLUETTI SwapSolar Ecosystem Features Three Products
Basketball-Inspired Tech Chargers
The KUXIU Wireless Charger Powers Devices in a Playful Way
Solar-Powered eBike Chargers
Beam Global's 'BeamBike' is Quick to Setup and Charges 12 Bikes
Suitcase-Style EV Chargers
The KOENIGSEGG ENVERA Portable EV Charger is Versatile and Luxurious
Fan-Equipped Wireless Chargers
Aukey Has Launched a New Wireless Charger Line with Cooling Fans
Easily-Rechargeable Portable Chargers
The Solix 522 from Anker can Use Four Charging Solutions
Self-Charging Fitness Trackers
The MOTHER Bracelet Doesn't Require Charging for Constant Wear
Slim All-in-One Tech Chargers
The AOHi The Future Creative Ultra-Thin 65W Gan+ Charger is Advanced
Naturalistic Stone Device Chargers
The Einova Charging Stone Offers an Elegant Way to Power Up
Multi-Device Charging Stations
ESR Debuts a 3-in-1 Magnetic Charging Station for Apple Devices
Wireless Automotive Charging Solutions
'ONE POINTECH' Creates Wireless Chargers for Micro Mobility
High-Voltage Power Banks
The Hsting Charger Has a Five-in-One Form to Power Any Device
Durable Device Connection Keychains
The Nomad ChargeKey Comes in Two Useful Models
Electric Car-Charging Solutions
Stellantis Enhances Its Battery-Electric Vehicles
Functional Bidirectional Chargers
SolarEdge Debuts a New Bidirectional Electric Vehicle Charger
Screen-Equipped Power Banks
Ugreen Launches a New 'Uno' Charger Line with Emoji-Style Faces
Portable High-Capacity Chargers
U&i Unveils a New High-Speed Car Charger and Power Bank
Dual-Device Wireless Chargers
The Twelve South Butterfly Has a Two-in-One Design
100W GaN Portable Chargers
HumanThings is Back with a Highly Efficient Genki GaN Charger
Induction-Charging EV Systems
InductEV Offers Clean, Wireless EV-Charging Infrastructure at Scale
Future-Facing Charging Concepts
These Wireless Charger Concepts Imagine a True Wire-Free Future
Low-Cost Battery Alternatives
MIT Scientists Develop Efficient Energy Storage System
Sleek Multi-Device Wireless Chargers
Zens Introduces the Wireless Quattro Charger Pro 4
Sleek Compact Minimal Chargers
Counterpart Designs the Charger with Simplistic Functions
Wireless Phone-Charging Mounts
Satechi Debuted a New Car Charging Mount for Smartphones
Modular Solar Battery Systems
Anker Unveils the New Solix Home Energy Storage System
Bendable Battery Designs
Anthro Energy's Flexible Battery Was Showcased at the Beacon Exhibition
Swiveling Wireless Smartphone Chargers
The MagFree Transform Has a Three-in-One Functionality
Origami-Inspired Solar Panels
Sego Innovations Develops a New Foldable and Portable Solar Panel
Ultra-Portable Outdoor Power Stations
The Bluetti AC60 Power Station is Arriving This Spring
Multifunctional Charging Cable Banks
Matt Chang Designs the New Portable IVYCable Gen2
Intelligent Wireless Charging Devices
The Carousel Series by Pablo Designs Features Two Pieces
Robust Triple-Device Chargers
The Satechi Qi2 Trio Wireless Charging Pad is Stylish and Speedy
Space-Saving Technology Chargers
The Nomad 65W Slim Power Adapter Charges Two Devices at Once
Eco EV Charging Stations
This Retail and Electric Vehicle Charging Station Will Be in Manchester
Unwinding Multifunctional Charging Stations
EFFEKT Designs the Better Energy Charge Park
App-Connected EV Charging Stations
The ShockFlo S1 EV Charger Offers 36-Miles of Range Per Hour
Cooling Systems-Integrated Chargers
AUKEY Solutions Overheating with the Magfusion Series
Battery-Protecting Charger Devices
The 'Leo' Battery Life Extender Protects Device Power Sources
Playful Eco-Friendly Tech Accessories
The Samsung Eco-Friends Collection Has 55 Products
Automatic EV Charging Systems
WiTricity's Automotive Charging System Outperforms Wired Chargers
Trolley-Style Power Stations
The UGREEN PowerRoam 2200 Has a 2,048Wh Capacity
Portable Appliance-Powering Stations
The OUKITEL P5000 Has a 5,120Wh Capacity and More
Battery-Powered Food Trucks
Food Trucks are Replacing Dirty Generators with Clean Battery Systems
E-Bike Charging Partnerships
BikeFlex Partnered with Solarcycle on Renewable Bike Charging
Retractable Cable Power Banks
The MChaos Wearable Power Bank Delivers 20W of Fast Charging
Progressive Solar-Powered Fridges
Amped Innovation Unveils the Sustainable EasyFreeze Fridge
Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles
This Conceptual Solar-Powered Coffee Truck Operates Anywhere
Expansive Battery Technology Ranges
The Latest EcoFlow Power Solutions Include Four Options
Compactly Convertible Wireless Chargers
This Charging Pad Works In Both Horizontal & Upright Modes
Rapid Flagship Smartphone Chargers
The Google 45W USB-C Power Charger Supports the Latest Devices
Minimalist Dual-Device Chargers
The CASETiFY PowerThru 2-in-1 Charging Stand Hides Tech Components
Compact Apple-Compatible Chargers
Stuffcool Introduces a New Charging Bank for Apple Devices
Sculptural Smartphone Wireless Chargers
The OVAL Charging Station is Shaped like a UFO
Excess Solar Energy Transitions
Tesla Launches the New Charge on Solar Electric Feature
Crank-Powered Wireless Peripherals
Lenovo's Latest Mouse and Keyboard are Powered by a Crank
Eco-Friendly USB Flash Drive
Eunsu Lee Designs the Memory Capsule USB Concept with Samsung
Wireless Charging Solutions
Freepower Turns Any Surface into a Charging Station
Nostalgic Cellular Power Banks
The Trozk RetroTalk Has a 72Wh Capacity and Three Charging Ports
Efficient Virtual Power Plants
These Battery-Swap Stations Are Contributing to the Electrical Grid
Durable Multi-Day Usage Smartphones
The Energizer Hard Case P28K Has a 28,000mAh Battery
Low-Profile Home EV Chargers
The EcoFlow PowerPulse Maintains a Clutter-Free Design
Accessible Eco Home Generators
The Anker SOLIX F3800 Offers Up to 53.8kWh of Electricity
Rapid Phone Charging Solutions
Swappery's External Smartphone Battery Can Charge in Seconds
Mapping Car Battery Support
Google Maps Rolls Out Battery and Charging Support for Electric Cars
Sculpted Solar-Powered Earbuds
The Urbanista Phoenix Earbuds Offer 40-Hours of Playback
Solar Cell Cycling Paths
These Dutch Cycling Paths Are Sheathed In Photovoltaic Cells
Hyper-Fast Charging Stations
New York City's Latest EV Charging Supercenter is Powered by Gravity
Space-Saving EV Chargers
The LEKTRI.CO TRI Charger Delivers Up to 22kW of Charging Power
Data-Backup Phone Chargers
The Qubii Power Backs Up Data to SD Cards Without a Network
Stackable Cordless Chargers
Michael Walker Designs the AL Charger with No Cords Needed
Portable Wind Turbine Generators
Aurea Technologies Inc. Creates the Ultra-Portable Shine 2.0
Solar Generator-Integrated Backpacks
The Handsfree 2 Backpack by BLUETTI has a Power Station
Convenient Charging-Focused EV Apps
Fisker Debuts a New Charger Finder App for Its Sustainable EVs
Provocative Eco Screensavers
Planet-Saving Screen Savers Encourage Switching Off Devices
Eco-Friendly Travel Cosmetics
The KinKind Travel Sets Bring Natural Cosmetics on the Road
Solar-Powered Heated Seats
The GoSun Solar Seat Offers Warmth on Cold Days
Suitcase-Style Power Stations
The Enginuity Portable Power Station is App-Connected
Voltage-Monitoring Charging Hubs
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station Has GaNPrime Technology
App-Enabled Off-Grid Power Stations
The GROWATT Infinity 1200 Has 12 Outlets for Power Accesss