Originally posted 2019-02-21 16:49:49.

The modern world is truly a miracle – especially when you consider electricity. Power is everywhere, from our lights to our toothbrush to the mini super computers we keep in our pocket that we call cell phones. Electricity is the magic that keeps our food frozen, our homes lit and our alarm clocks ringing in the morning so we can get up and go about our daily routines. However, in an emergency the power can go out – and suddenly you’ve got quite a problem! It’s important for every home to consider having one or several emergency generators on hand. These can really be a lifesaver in a tough situation, and can keep your lights on or your food cold. There’s nothing worse than being thrown off the grid without notice, but these emergency generators can ease the pain of a world without power.

Best Solar Emergency Generator Ideas

AIMTOM Portable Solar Emergency Generators

This convenient little solar generator is perfectly portable and will easily fit with you in the car for camping trips. It can easily power devices that run under 100W, such as a laptop or even a mini fridge! The power pack is based on lithium technology and runs silently. A great option for powering smaller devices when out in the wilderness or at home.

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If you wanna go big time with your solar emergency generators, you have to check out this one:

Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium Solar Generator

This is the full deal that includes solar panels, a power station and all the USB input cables required to get free and abundant energy from the sun. The power station is very powerful and can charge up to 7 devices at once! Another great generator for your basecamp or even to be used at home during a power outage. As with other solar emergency generators, this baby runs silently and you’ll never run out of sunlight to juice it up. Goal Zero also makes some great portable lamps.

Home Emergency Generator

In a natural disaster such as a hurricane, blizzard or earthquake it’s very possible that the power to your home will be cut. In situations like this it’s imperative to have a generator capable of backing up your home to keep essential items like the refrigerator or freezer running. These larger emergency generators can be the difference between an inconvenient time or a potentially life threatening one.

DuroStar DS4000S Portable Emergency Generator

This gas powered little beauty can really save your butt in a pinch – and it’s easily moved around so in a flooding emergency you can move it out of harm’s way. It features 3300 running watts and 4000 starting watts. Running at a half load, it will provide you with 12.3 hour of electricity! The best part about the Durostar is the price tag, which runs well under $300.