Most of the developing world quickly goes dark after the sun sets. Kerosene lamps and polluting generators can provide light for some, but the fumes these two sources emit cause cancer, and other breathing problems. A tech startup has a playful solution: the soccer ball. On the inside of this special soccer ball is a mechanism that captures kinetic energy when people kick it around. On the outside of the soccer ball is a plug that lamps and other devices can plug into to harness the stored energy. Now that’s bright.
Innovative soccer ball turns into energy source
More of Today's Solutions
The fight against malaria improves thanks to innovative mosquito bed nets tha...
Malaria, a mosquito-borne disease, remains a substantial public health threat, particularly in endemic areas. However, recent trials have produced encouraging results, implying that new ...
Read MoreMongolia signs historic climate finance deal to protect grasslands
Mongolia's government and a coalition of partners signed a pioneering nature financing deal, marking a watershed moment in environmental protection. This historic agreement seeks ...
Read MoreHow to be a better conversationalist
A meaningful conversation is the best way to build a connection with someone, but simply conjuring up such a conversation is not always easy—especially ...
Read MoreHubble takes beautiful image of galaxies “dancing”
The Hubble Space Telescope ventured into space over three decades ago in 1990, and has observed around 50,000 celestial bodies to date. During this ...
Read More
