There is now a great range of solar powered radios and wind up radios that you can buy to do you bit for the environment. You can now even get a wind up digital radio.
Here is a selection of wind-up radios and solar powered radios from the Ethical Superstore.
Eton FR350 Radio with Flashlight, Siren and Mobile Phone Charger
Features include:
• Analog tuner with classic dial scale
• Water-resistant body
• Built-in hand crank power generator recharges the internal rechargeable Ni-MH battery and cell phone batteries
• Built-in 2 white LED light source and one flashing red LED
• Can be powered from four different sources
• Emergency siren
• Built-in cell phone charger
• Earphone jack – 3.5 mm socket
Features include:
. DAB radio
. Solar, battery or mains powered
. Built-in rechargeable battery pack
. Function icons for solar level, battery and signal strength
. Soft touch rubberised controls
Freeplay EyeMax Wind Up and Solar Powered AM/FM Radio
Features include:
. Winding arm to create and store energy
. Solar panel at the top of the radio, for charging or playing simultaneously
. Integrated LED flashlight
. Plug for earphones