I’m at a popular dessert place in Reading, sat across from my friend Kat, who is digging into an interesting-looking dish of vegan cookie dough. We’re here because the other place didn’t have any vegan options.
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“Tabs, it’s Autumn, not Fall,” she says as she hands back my phone after scrolling through Undertwok’s LinkedIn page, which I told her was quite professional. Her comment didn’t surprise me, as I’ve heard the same from Leanne, my line manager when she proofreads my work.
“British, not American,” she often says.
This is new to me. Living in extreme weather conditions has never been part of my life experience. At the equator, we have sunlight from 6:00 to 18:00 and the weather stays between approximately 12–38 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Therefore, I hope you can see why ‘fall’ versus ‘autumn’—a semantic issue in my opinion—is the least of my adjustment problems.
Lighting Solutions for the Longer Autumn Evenings
After being in the UK for almost a year, I think the transition into seasons marked by longer evenings brings a unique opportunity to reconsider how we light up our surroundings. With the right approach, this shift can be more than just a minor adjustment, and it can make way for a sustainable future. One of the most promising solutions? Solar energy, with a particular emphasis on portable power stations.
Longer evenings that accompany seasonal changes aren’t just a small detail in our daily lives—they significantly impact how we live and work. As the days get shorter, there’s less time to spend outdoors. Beer gardens, outdoor dinners, and drinks at the pub with friends on warm Saturday nights will soon be distant memories.
The Future of Sustainable Lighting with Portable Solar Power
Now, these extended hours demand more lighting solutions to maintain comfort and efficiency in both indoor and outdoor spaces. With the increasing need for lighting in the evening, portable power stations are becoming a critical tool for those looking to power their homes, gadgets, or outdoor activities without relying on the grid. This provides a flexible, renewable lighting source that can be transported anywhere.
Outdoor solar lighting: Gardens, patios, and even campsites can benefit from solar-powered lights. These lights absorb sunlight during the day and store energy in portable solar batteries, allowing for illumination at night without requiring fixed electricity connections. Once you’re finished, you can take the battery with you to power devices in another area.
Indoor solar lamps: Portable power stations make it possible to use solar energy even indoors. During the day, a solar panel charges the power station, which can later be used to power lamps, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional lighting.
Solar-powered street lights: Many modern community spaces are turning to solar-powered street lights, which include built-in solar panels and battery storage. These solutions help keep streets, parks, and public spaces illuminated while reducing energy costs. Portable solar generators allow for greater flexibility, making it possible to power remote or off-grid areas without complex infrastructure.
Why should you consider Sustainable Lighting with Portable Solar Power?
One of the most significant benefits of portable solar generators is their adaptability. Portable power stations like the Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus can be recharged using solar panels and then used in a wide variety of applications. Whether you’re looking to provide lighting during a camping trip with the Bluetti AC240P, or simply charge your phone whilst you’re out and about with the Jackery SolarSaga 40 mini, we’re sure it’s not going to matter whether it’s ‘Autumn’ or ‘Fall’. All that matters is you’re powered on
the go.
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https://www.gov.uk/government/news/battery-storage-boost-to-power-greener-electricity-grid
(Accessed: 16 September 2024).
Solar Planet. (2024) Solar Panels & Battery Storage in the UK: The 2024 Outlook. Available at:
https://solarplanet.uk/solar-panels-and-battery-storage-uk-2024 (Accessed: 16 September 2024).
Energy Saving Trust. (2023) Solar batteries explained: Your guide to storage. Available at:
https://energysavingtrust.org.uk/advice/solar-batteries/ (Accessed: 16 September 2024).
Bluetti Power Inc. (2024) Portable solar battery benefits for modern living. Available at:
https://undertwok.com/shop/ (Accessed: 16 September 2024).