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The cost of a home without electric lights is high. Energy-poor families are estimated to spend 40 billion USD annually on fuel for inefficient candles and kerosene lanterns.

LuminAID makes a splash on the Today Show with the PackLite Max Phone Charger, a two-in-one solar phone charger and compact lantern. Innovation Insider Steve Greenberg shows off the must-have gear for spring, and explains how these lights also bring light to families in Puerto Rico. Hoda says, "Those are so awesome!"

After the standout success of the PackLite Max Phone Charger, we knew there was room in the PackLine for another phone charger. The new PackLite Hero is inspired by the feedback we've had from customers pushing their adventures to the next level. Let's delve into how the new features of the PackLite Hero Supercharger are designed to save the day.

We are excited to introduce the next installment in our new series, Notes from the Field, dedicated to guest bloggers who have taken and distributed LuminAIDs in parts of the world where people lack stable access to electricity. This installment will feature Rajany, a peace corps volunteer in Madagascar. We are excited

The PackLite Hero Supercharger is the most powerful charger of its kind. But how does that translate for charging your device? We break down how much battery recharge you can get based on smartphone, tablet, or device type. 

The impact of LuminAID is shaped not just by the invention, but also by the women behind its creation. LuminAID was invented and founded by two women in college, Anna Stork and Andrea Sreshta.

New York based exclusives line Supreme launches a partnership with LuminAID to create distinctive solar lanterns that shine red with the Supreme logo. The Supreme + LuminAID lanterns are available in Supreme stores starting February 15th, 2018 and will launch online on February 22nd.

You’re headed out on a trip and need to know how to pack your lights. This post will give you all the information you’ll need to determine how much space the lights will take up. For more information on traveling with your LuminAID lights, see this post. 

For us at LuminAID, 2017 was a year of creativity and innovation, and an even stronger commitment to our mission for safe light for all.Together, we are shining safe light for schools and families across the world, from the Himalayas to Syria and Peru. Let's look back on all we've accomplished together in 2017.