Meet SolarGaps – Energy Generating Solar Panel Window Blinds

by | May 24, 2017 | Cool Things, Automation | 0 comments

Meet SolarGaps, “The obvious solution for those who can’t (renters) or don’t want to install rooftop solar panels to reduce their monthly power bill.”

  • Installs over a window (inside or outside)
  • Variety of sizes ranging from Extra Small to Extra Large
  • Automatic & Self-Adjusting
  • iOS and Android App (create automations, monitor and control your blinds)
  • Consume, Store and/or sell your power to grid
  • Integrates with Google Home and Amazon Echo to enable voice controlled commands

Kickstarter: http://kck.st/2qWscFP

As of 5/24/17, SolarGaps has $44,603 pledged of $50,000 goal with 20 days left to go – they’re going to make it!

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