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ImpactBattery.com and several of our Goal Zero solar panel and battery products were featured on a segment of Living In Style called "I Gotta Have That". Hosted by Rhonda Castagna, the segment shows how cool and functional it is to use these Goal Zero products and underscored (not in a scary way) how easy it is to have them available in the case of unforeseen disasters like Hurricane Sandy, earthquakes and similar events.

We love these products because they are fun and easy to use for daily living, like when we go camping in our pop-top tent trailer (or even without) and do not have electrical hookups. Check this out:

Host: Rhonda Castagna
TV Show: Living In Style
Web Site: http://livinginstyle.tv/

Transcript:
Hi, I'm Rhonda Castagna, and welcome to this special edition of Living In Style's "I Gotta Have That". Today we have some great products and services to share with you, so let's get started.

Now-a-days, everything we use on a daily basis needs power to operate, from laptops, tablets

Many popular misconceptions exist about household batteries. Like most people, you probably rely on a variety of batteries every day, so you will want to stay informed. By being aware of the facts about batteries, you'll be able to avoid some mistakes and might even be able to save money. Learn about the most pervasive battery myths and the truth behind them below.

You Shouldn't Throw Alkaline Batteries in the Trash

Although this used to be true, it's no longer the case. Still, it continues to be a popular battery myth. It's perfectly fine to throw away old alkaline batteries. They no longer contain mercury, which was the reason that they used to be dangerous for landfills. However, this doesn't mean you have to do so. If you want to recycle them, find a local facility that will collect and recycle them for you.

You Should Store Batteries in the Refrigerator or Freezer

In many cases, storing batteries in the refrigerator or freezer is a waste of time. The typical standard alkaline battery

The primary limitation of renewable energy sources is the storage capacity of current batteries. Conventional batteries consist of solid materials that limit the amount of current that can flow through their components. These batteries do not have the ability to retain a charge for extended periods. However, a Massachusetts Institute of Technology team led by Professor Donald Sadoway may have discovered the solution to the problem. Liquid metal battery technology is the latest attempt to make a practical, long-term energy storage device for the intermittent energy generated by the sun and wind.

Anatomy of a Liquid Battery

A liquid metal battery has a rigid external housing with a positive and negative terminal just like a conventional battery. The difference is the internal components. A conventional battery has anodes and cathodes that consist of solid metal plates that are immersed in an electrolyte solution or gel. A liquid metal battery does not have these solid plates.

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When you buy batteries, you'd probably like to get as much use out of them as possible. Without storing it properly, however, that's easier said than done. Proper battery storage is critical if you'd like to get the most out of your batteries. There's nothing wrong with stocking up on alkaline batteries when they go on sale, but it's not going to do you a lot of good if they're not stored properly. Without being careful, your batteries could be kept in conditions that make them leak, rupture and become otherwise ruined. Learn a few key battery storage tips below.

Keep Temperature in Mind when Storing Batteries

Ideally, batteries should be stored in a cool, dry place. If one thing's for sure, it's that batteries and heat don't mix. With that in mind, never store your batteries near heat sources. For example, don't keep them in drawers or cabinets that are near heat registers or vents. It's generally not necessary to store batteries in the refrigerator or freezer. If you live in a really

People are often confused about what to do when it comes to battery disposal. One thing is for sure: You need to think before you act. The last thing you should do is assume it's okay to toss that old battery in the trash. Although it's okay in some instances, it's a very bad idea in others. Different kinds of batteries need to be disposed of in different ways, so it's smart to check before doing anything else. Learn the basics about properly and safely disposing of old batteries below.

Single-Use Alkaline Batteries

Like many people, you probably have an ongoing need for standard alkaline batteries like AA batteries and AAA batteries. As far as disposing of these batteries goes, you're in luck; these batteries can be tossed out with the regular trash. For years, alkaline batteries contained mercury, which could seep into the ground and pose serious public health risks. Starting in 1993, however, mercury was no longer used in alkaline batteries, so they can now be safely disposed of in the

Although we turn many devices on every day simply by pushing a button or flipping a switch, most people rarely think about what powers those mechanisms. It would be hard to imagine life without batteries because we use them so frequently for many different applications.

Battery History

The battery’s history goes much further back than you think. Many historians believe that batteries were used more that 2,000 years ago. Archaeological finds discovered in Iraq in 1938 suggest the invention of a crude battery between the second century BC and the third century AD. Dr. Wilhelm Konig found a clay jar sealed with pitch near Baghdad. The jar contained an iron rod protruding out of the center, and a copper tube surrounded the rod. Tests revealed that the jar had once held vinegar, wine, or another acidic substance, so Konig believed that the vessel was a primitive battery. Historians suspect that natives used the battery for electroplating gold onto silver objects.

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If there's one thing you don't want to play around with, it's battery acid. If you are using batteries, though, you may come into contact with it. But as long as you're aware of the top safety tips for handling and dealing with battery acid, you should be fine, so please keep the following tips in mind.

Contain a Leaking Battery

When batteries are punctured or otherwise damaged, they usually leak acid. Battery acid is an electrolyte, which is a mixture of sulfuric acid and water, and so it is unsafe if it leaks. There's no way to safely repair a battery that's leaking acid profusely, so the first thing you need to do is contain it. Do so by sealing it in a plastic bag and pour some baking soda in with it. Baking soda is a highly effective acid neutralizer. You should also refer to the cleaning method below and use it to handle any spills that have occurred.

Safely Dispose of Leaking Batteries

Try not to put a leaking battery in the trash. No matter where you live, there's sure to be an

The modern battery was invented by Alessandro Volta in 1800. Since then, the battery has been constantly refined and specialized. However, while there are many different types of batteries, most are powered by three specific technologies.

Lead-Acid

The lead-acid battery design has been in use since 1859. This type of battery produces electricity from the chemical reaction between lead electrodes and an acidic electrolyte solution. They are used in a variety of applications, including forklifts, golf carts, solar systems, marine electronics and automobiles.

However, while this type of battery is very cheap to construct, a lead-acid battery is not very energy dense. On average, a lead-acid battery only stores about 25 watt-hours per kilogram. As such, this type of battery is usually only used in situations where this low energy density is not a drawback. For example, the weight of the battery is immaterial for a solar power system; the system is not mobile, so the weight of the battery

Disposing of batteries can be a tricky process when dangerous materials are a concern. The impact that battery disposal has on the environment can also be an important point to remember when getting rid of battery waste, so anyone who would like to get rid of old batteries should understand the disposal process and know where to properly recycle batteries.

Proper Battery Recycling Procedures

The first step in battery recycling is ensuring that a battery is properly disposed of once it has lost its charge. Many households simply throw old batteries in the household garbage can, but this is a practice that is both wasteful and potentially dangerous if non-alkaline batteries are involved.

Batteries that are no longer able to power a device still have a small amount of charge left in them, so it is important to avoid disposing of more than one battery in the same waste receptacle at the same time. This is most important to remember in regards to alkaline batteries, which can be disposed of

The current lithium and alkaline batteries that power cars, smartphones, and laptops are about to get a serious face-lift Battery technology has historically advanced very slowly, but demand is exploding for batteries that can operate under extreme temperatures and go through more charge cycles. As the world economy moves away from fossil fuels, batteries become increasingly important to normalize power grid distribution. On a smaller scale, both electric vehicles and smartphones will benefit from improved battery technologies.

Current Battery Tech

For being the high tech transportation of tomorrow, electric vehicles use some decidedly low tech parts. The first generation of electric vehicles mainly used lead-acid batteries, which are cheap to manufacture. Unfortunately, lead-acid batteries are toxic to the environment, have a low 70 percent charge-discharge efficiency, and become less efficient at low temperatures.

Lead-acid batteries have been phased out in favor of lithium ion batteries,