Federal regulators have pulled thousands of solar-powered portable chargers off the market after their lithium-ion batteries swelled and created a burn risk. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety ...

Chinese suppliers have 90% of the U.S. energy-storage market, generating concern in Washington about overreliance on its ...

The growing market is also creating lower-cost options that can cover basic needs.

Compare solar power banks and portable solar panels to find the best option for camping, travel, emergencies, and daily ...

The recall centers on the product's lithium-ion battery, which regulators said can swell and overheat, posing a fire risk.

A recall affecting solar power banks in the U.S. is a reminder that even useful backup technology can become dangerous when batteries fail. Following two reports of battery swelling, Spector & Co. of ...

From portable battery banks and generators to larger home systems, there are many backup power choices to consider as extreme ...

CR's experts pick the best portable solar panels and battery chargers to power devices like phones and laptops, plus back-up batteries and power stations.

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Power banks have somehow become part of our pat-down—phone, keys, wallet, and battery. But what do you do when you go camping or hiking? You get a power bank that recharges by sitting in the sun, of ...

Power outages caused by ordinary weather do not have to lead to spoiled food, overheated rooms, and a derailed workday. In ...