14 Ingenious Solar Power Designs and Innovations

By Ecoist in Energy & Fuel, Technology & Gadgets, Transit & Auto

Solar power is no longer just about slapping photovoltaic eyesores on existing rooftops to harness a bit of extra sun energy. Nowadays, people are finding unique ways to integrate solar energy into architectural, vehicular and even fashion designs from the beginning. Moreover, some innovators have even figured out ways to make structures entirely energy-independent by combining various alternative energy sources.

When solar was first introduced it was an auxiliary power source – now we have cars, boats, planes and even entire buildings that run on solar power. From the world’s first energy-autonomous vehicle to solar balloons, arcs, lily pads and even bras here are some of the most clever contemporary solar designs. These push the existing envelope of solar technology and design ingenuity. Click below to learn more:

Power, Water and Food in the Desert School Powering Solar Shade System
Sassy Solar Powered Bra Design Creative DIY Solar Cooker Designs
Floating Solar Collecting Lilypads Floating Energy Collecting Solar Balloons
Entirely Solar Powered Canadian Community Canelievered Solar Power Arc Design
Self Sufficient Autonomous Energy Car Tool-Powering Solar Work Vehicle
Creative Solar Powered Ferry Design World's First Solar Powered Car Desgin
Solar Energy Concentrating Power Station Molten Salt Solor Power Stations

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