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8.11.2011

SOLAR UMBRELLAS COULD POWER YOUR LAPTOP WHILE SIPPING A LATTE

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In places that are already using things like outdoor umbrellas, this thin film application makes perfect sense.  How about Starbucks and other places that provide free WiFi outfitting their umbrellas with outdoor charging stations powered by solar?  A company in Orlando, Sky Shades may be on to something.

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