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- Long lasting battery
In today's buzzing world, electrical lights aren't just found in globes anymore, but from screens and phones too. With all of these shiny products it's hard to believe that 1.1 billion people still live without access to electricity. Living without access to readily available light has a huge impact on people's lives. Imagine trying to do your homework or run your business without being able to see your hand in-front of your face! Without light, everyday activities become very limited and even dangerous. Light is a necessity we often take for granted.
Little Sun is a portable solar lamp created by artist Olafur Eliasson. This pretty and easy to carry source of light harnesses energy from the sun and can emit light for up to 50 hours at a time. For us, this could be a sustainable night light to read to, or a super handy tool when our torch dies on a camping holiday. However, in areas where there is no access to electricity, the Little Sun can change they way people live their lives. It can allow families to make dinner together, study and socialise. It could be a light that allows someone to deliver a baby safely or perform an emergency medical procedure. The idea behind the Little Sun is to try and increase the access to sustainable, long-lasting light, especially in areas where there is no light available.
Photo by Nicky Angunwa
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