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Friday Quickie: Use that Solar Energy!

Hot enough for you, Philly?

Make the best of that HOT sun outside and use… solar energy to charge up your goods! Solar backpacks and chargers are the craze that can help charge your portable devices while you’re at the beach, camping or just lounging around in Rittenhouse Park. There’s a variety of brands such as Freeloader, in sports stores like REI or try Googling your preferred products.

I’m psyched to try my new solar backpack around town while getting toasty! Readers, do you use any solar products?

Photo: Inhabitat

Julie Hancher

Julie Hancher is the co-founder and Executive Director of Green Philly, an independent media organization making sustainability accessible, affordable and actionable. Since launching Green Philly in 2008, she has grown it from a passion project into a leading voice for local climate storytelling, pairing impactful journalism with community events and experiences. Julie is a frequent speaker on climate, media innovation and the future of local journalism, and is the creator of SustainPHL and EcoFair. Outside of Green Philly, you can find her hiking, biking, traveling, or exploring Philadelphia.