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Guy's off-grid adventures with Lifos Go

There's no better way to describe the benefits of Lifos Go than in a customer's own words! Here Guy Marshall explains how he's been travelling in his campervan with Lifos since 2019. The batteries sit comfortably under the passenger’s seat of his VW Transporter and they take the space of the one lead acid leisure battery they replaced.

Solar leads the charge for lighting up the tented village at Britain’s Open Championships

Golf fans staying in the tented village and revelling in the rivalry of the world’s best players at this year’s Open Championships are enjoying the benefits of renewable power at night to light up their tents.

Introducing Lifos Go 72 – smart lithium battery technology perfectly sized for campervans

New to Solar Technology International, is the small and mighty Lifos Go 72 - the latest addition to the Lifos Go range of advanced lithium leisure batteries. Designed to deliver long-lasting power on the move, it’s the ideal choice when space and weight savings are top priorities.

Solar panels power remote monitoring system to provide early warning of land slips

A solar-powered communications gateway is a key part of a large-scale wireless monitoring system to protect trains from the dangers of landslides. The InfraGuard system developed by wireless condition monitoring specialists Senceive has been installed on steep cuttings and embankments along more than 40km of track in Kent, Sussex and Wessex in South East England on behalf of Network Rail.

The sky’s the limit for Aviramp's solar-powered airport equipment

Solar-powered boarding ramps are being used by airports all over the word as the aviation industry works to reduce its global carbon emissions. UK-based Aviramp has designed a suite of solar-powered Ground Support Equipment (GSE), including passenger boarding ramps and bridges, using Solar Technology International’s PV Logic 45w and 100w rigid solar panels.

SEE MONSTER roars into action with help from Solar Technology International

A high profile, towering public art installation in Weston-Super-Mare is showcasing renewable energy using bespoke solar panels installed on the top of a giant metal tree. Working to a specific brief from Leeds-based creative studio Newsubstance we tailor-made six petal-shaped solar panels – each containing 56 monocrystalline high efficiency solar cells encased in laminated glass with an output of 170watts.

Attention to detail is Johnny Cotton's signature when creating luxury campervans

Vans55’s Johnny Cotton has been in business creating luxury camper vans for 23 years. With a meticulous attention to detail, Johnny focuses on transforming Volkswagen T5 and T6 vans into sumptuous tourers. When it comes to adding in solar power, Johnny’s choice is Solar Technology International’s Mono High Density (MHD) panels. These sleek, all black panels feature high efficiency monocrystalline cells and pack more power into a smaller, lighter size compared to standard aluminium-framed rigid solar panels.

Solar light boost for Cheltenham Scouts

Meeting outdoors in the evening is a lot brighter now for 15th Cheltenham (Shurdington) Scouts with their Hubi Work solar lighting kit. Installed in a wooden shelter built by volunteers from Men in Sheds, the new building gives the scouts much improved outdoor meeting facilities so they can get together outside whatever the weather.

Hubi shines a light on Redcote Leisure’s fast growing micro camper business

A Redcote micro camper owner has the best of both worlds. A compact vehicle with a back seat to use as a family car or van every day of the week plus the versatility to convert into a camper with a full-size bed for weekends and holidays.

Never experience a flat battery again with the PV Logic 8W fold up solar panel

This panel is deal for ensuring your 12v battery remains charged and does not go flat over time - perfect for cars, vans, motorhomes, caravans, boats and other vehicles

Lifos lithium battery range gains NCC verified battery certification

The NCC (National Caravan Council), the body that represents the caravan and motorhome sector, has approved the Lifos 68Ah and 105Ah batteries as verified leisure batteries; the first smart lithium iron phosphate batteries to gain the sought-after endorsement.

New Arena2 solar-powered flood light is bright, long lasting and versatile

Building on the popularity of the award-winning Arena Light, Solar Technology International has launched Arena2 with new, brighter light and run time options plus the versatility to illuminate spaces both inside and out.

New super smart solar panels pack a powerful punch

New Mono High Density (MHD) solar panels from Solar Technology International deliver optimum power in a smaller, lighter package.

Solar dazzles with record breaking performance

The solar power industry reported its highest ever production of electricity last month (April). At 12:30 on Monday 20 April 9.68GW of power was recorded thanks to the combination of clear skies and cool temperatures - the optimal conditions for solar efficiency.

Dialling up solar power for village phone box

Ensuring the historic phone box in the Worcestershire village of Kemerton remains a landmark in the area is down to solar power!

Relying on the sun's power for the Polar Challenge

The Polar Challenge team, skippered by legendary explorer Sir David Hempleman-Adams, succeeded in steering their sailing boat, Northabout, on the legendary and extremely hazardous circumnavigation of the North Pole in a single season.

Solar-powered endurance athlete Sean Conway

Described by BBC Radio 2 as Britain’s favourite lunatic, endurance athlete and Solar Technology Ambassador Sean Conway is no stranger to breaking records. His latest feat was setting a new world first for the fastest, unsupported crossing of Europe by bicycle.

Record row attempt powered by PV Logic flexi solar panels

We are delighted to be supporting the incredible adventure that is Ocean Revival 2020

Incorporating solar panels into a new home

Our PVE team fitted these beautiful Viridian solar panels on a newly built house in the Worcestershire village of Beckford.

Tibu; a very modern convenience!

Tibu is a solar-powered light specially designed for portable toilets and showers

Meet the mighty Lifos 105

Lifos, our advanced lightweight lithium battery range, expands with new 105 model

Rianne enjoys training after dark thanks to the sun

For talented rider Rianne Fulton, Arena Light's off-grid solar power has transformed her event preparation with year-round night-time training.