Solar Appliances

SOLAR OVENS

Solar ovens are a low-tech, low-cost option to heating and cooking food. Similar to a crock pot, a solar oven is essentially a well-insulated portable box that captures and holds the sun's heat. There are a number of commercially available models and many do-it-yourself designs.

Solar ovens, once a quaint idea for an elementary science project, are making a comeback as a staple for emergency preparedness supplies and as an affordable convenience for low-income people in developing countries.

SOLAR WATER PUMPS

Where water is plentiful but power is not, solar water pumps are an efficient means of providing water.

SOLAR ELECTRIC FENCES

In rural areas, solar electric fences provide low-cost, efficient stock and vermin control.

SOLAR LIGHTS AND LANTERNS

For camping, as an alternative to toxic paraffin lanterns and, for illumination in gardens, driveways etc and where coal fired power is either unavailable or unsuitable.

SOLAR FRIDGES & FREEZERS

For rural application or camping, these are gaining popularity and slowly coming down in price.