May 28 2008

iSolar: Apple to Go Green?

iphone.jpgApple may be looking at solar technology to power its latest electronic gadgets, according to Earth2Tech. The report, originating on Engadget and based on a MacRumors posting, cited a recently published patent application.

The patent application claims that the company is investigating the use of solar power in all mobile devices, included handhelds and portable computers.  Specifically, the patent calls for embedding solar panels behind mobile device LCD screens.

Apple hasn't always been seen as a green company.  In fact, the company has been heavily criticized fort not accounting for its environmental footprint. 

Apple's foray into solar powered batteries seems like a step in the right direction, and a win-win in terms of its business priorities and protecting the environment.  Not only could solar technology extend the life of a mobile device, but it will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions generated by pulling from the grid. 

Apple's adoption of these technologies could also help to drive the worldwide market for both solar energy and batteries. 

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  • This article is right on - small businesses have a huge role to play in sustainability. Not only do they add up in aggregate, but many small businesses operate in industries that can have a significant environmental impact depending on the exact practices, like dry cleaners, auto repair shops, etc. Green is also starting to affect the bottom line more and more, customers are increasingly voting with their feet for more sustainable businesses as can be seen from the growth of sites like http://www.ecovian.com. This is also a huge opportunity for small businesses to leapfrog their bigger brothers by being more agile in adopting these measures. -Emily
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  • Great entry, Katie. Love the level of detail you managed to get in there! Probably won't be able to compete with coal and oil any time the next decade, but definitely a great technology to look into! Keep it up :) -Rune (Norway)
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