Most Chinese people have a rather limited understanding of new energy. Aside from national-level new energy power stations, the most widely used application of solar energy in China is solar water heaters. Beyond that, it’s rare for ordinary people to engage with this clean energy source in daily life. So how else can solar energy be relevant to our lives besides heating water?

(Solar Power Station)

DIY New Energy Power Generation: Enjoy Nature’s Gift

Imagine being outdoors on a sunny day, harnessing the energy of the sun to generate your own electricity and meet your power needs during outdoor activities. This marks one of the most significant innovative leaps in the development of the new energy industry. Such new equipment made its first appearance at the ISPO Beijing 2017 Outdoor Expo — the RENOGY If New Energy outdoor application series. As one of the world's most important sports expos, the presence of RENOGY If New Energy was a highlight. It not only introduced a completely new product category to the event, expanding overall functionality, but also enabled attendees to closely experience the fun of solar power generation and charging. The technological sophistication and user-friendly, aesthetically pleasing industrial design of the products instantly became a highlight of this top-tier outdoor products expo.

(A steady stream of visitors coming to experience the RENOGY If New Energy booth)

RENOGY If New Energy has managed to “shrink” solar power. In appearance, there are solar portable charging panels about the size of a laptop, capable of instant power generation and USB device charging. A 10-watt charging panel weighs just 300 grams, and under ample sunlight, the experience of charging a phone is no different from using an indoor outlet — it takes about 90 minutes to fully charge, which is very convenient.

(RENOGY If New Energy USB Portable Charging Panel)

There is also a solar portable power box that looks like a suitcase and features a highly designed appearance. When you open the suitcase, you’ll find two solar panels inside, and the built-in battery stores electrical energy, capable of powering all electronic devices under 150 watts and even small households. This product was launched simultaneously in the United States, inviting numerous American tech enthusiasts and review experts to participate in the launch experience. After being featured in the YouTube UNBOXING THERAPY video by tech influencer Lewis, it garnered millions of views and discussions within a single day.

(The Phoenix Handheld Solar Mobile Power Box “Light Chaser · Firebird PHOENIX”)

The biggest feature of RENOGY If New Energy’s products is turning solar power generation into mobile,storable, lightweight, and reliable power supply equipment. Li Yi, founder and CEO of RENOGY If New Energy, said: “With the advancement of policies in various countries, the solar industry is developing rapidly. This year, China’s total photovoltaic power generation has ranked first in the world. Against this backdrop, RENOGY If New Energy has taken a different path, hoping to research and develop more solar-powered portable energy storage products that are closer to everyday life. We want new energy to no longer be seen as large, high-end power stations, but as truly useful household essentials that serve our daily lives.”

(Usage scenarios of the RENOGY If New Energy Light Chaser Portable Charging Bag)

Why does RENOGY If New Energy want ordinary people to use solar energy?

For every individual, solar power generation and storage will reduce the cost of daily electricity use economically. RENOGY If New Energy is headquartered in California, USA, one of the sunniest states, where many ordinary households have already installed their own solar power systems and disconnected from the public grid. In addition, many public facilities use solar power, saving cities a significant amount of energy costs.

On the other hand, the energy we currently use mainly consists of coal and oil — both non-renewable resources that are highly polluting and damaging to the environment. Therefore, the pursuit of new energy and clean energy should not just be a high-level vision at the national level, but also something closely related to the living environment of each of us.

Named “If” to help more people understand solar energy

With a passion for new energy technology R&D, a strong sense of social responsibility, and keen business acumen, Li Yi founded “RENOGY If New Energy,” pioneering consumer-grade solar energy. But as a brand-new product category, solar-powered portable devices took a long journey from a completely new concept to widespread acceptance, and ultimately to truly optimizing life and improving the environment.

“If” is RENOGY’s bold vision for “a new way to apply solar energy,” and with the advancement of reliable technology, “If” has become a practical and dependable market product. By the end of 2016, it had gone into mass production and entered the markets of RV road trips, outdoor camping, and disaster relief, showcasing the power of new energy. “If” will change the cold, bulky impression of traditional large solar power stations and equipment, bringing solar energy closer to everyday life — clean, safe, and portable enough to carry in your hand or pocket. “RENOGY If New Energy” pioneers a new way to use solar energy, for a cleaner and greener future.