Solar energy is becoming much more accepted as an alternative energy source to our traditional fossil fuels. Many technological advances and improvements have occurred in the production of electricity from solar energy. One area that is gaining in use and efficiency is the portable energy systems.

Portable energy systems can be used anywhere to power multiple small items depending on the size of the solar panel. They are also useful as a handy backup for any location prone to power failures.

Small solar panels can be taken anywhere and used to charge electronics like your cell phone, your pda, your ipod, and other electronics.

If you are a RV enthusiast using solar power for your RV means you can eliminate the noisy generators and wasted fuel.

Another practical use of portable solar panels is for marine activities. A marine solar kit can power you navigation gear, lights, bilge pump and other appliances on you boat.

Small solar panels come in a variety of forms. There are even foldable solar panels that don’t require a flat surface. You can place these panels virtually anywhere and convert the sun’s rays into electricity for your use.

Innovations are occurring in the portable solar energy arena. There are several solar toys and even solar clothing in development. Solar clothing is an ingenious idea with many possibilities. For example, a solar blouse that charges your cell phone has recently been developed in Japan.

Or what about a solar jacket, a solar cap, or a solar backpack. Solar handbags and backpacks are advantageous in that you don’t have to wear them. Imagine walking or hiking in the sun, your fabric integrated soar panel can soak up the sun’s rays and provide free energy or backup power.

Portable solar power is becoming possible because of the development of thinner solar cells. Many versatile and useful items using solar power will become available as the technology continues to advance.