Virus pandemics aside, 2020 was a standout year for climate disasters. In the United States alone, the damage amounted to $22 billion. According to climate change experts, this was a sobering wake-up call for the world. [because, after all, we only have one.

Now, of course, we all know that in order to bring about real change, corporations and world governments must step up. But that doesn't mean we can't do our part, too. That's where Bluetti comes in.

If you are even remotely interested in renewable energy, you have probably heard of Bluetti. Founded on more than a decade of experience in sustainability and clean energy, Bluetti is committed to providing affordable, innovative solutions to help customers get off the grid. This time, the company has really outdone itself.

The Bluetti EP500 backup power station is arguably one of their best products to date.

For one thing, it is incredibly user-friendly. Unlike other solar batteries (Tesla Powerwall comes to mind), there is no installation required. Just take it out of the box, plug it in, and download the Bluetti B-Lynk app to your smartphone.

Charging the power station is as easy as installing it. In direct sunlight, the EP500's 1200-watt MPPT input can be fully charged in five hours. There is also the option of charging with the built-in 600-watt AC adapter or combining the two to reduce charging time to 3 hours

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The EP500 also sports an aesthetically pleasing, minimalist design, meaning it fits perfectly in just about any home. As a bonus, this is one of Bluetti's most portable power systems yet. Not only does it fit anywhere, but it's super mobile, making the EP500 the perfect power solution for your next road trip (whenever that may be).

The EP500 packs a serious punch thanks to its high-capacity LiFePO4 battery pack with 5100 watt-hours. Its AC inverter is rated at 2000 watts of continuous power with a surge capacity of 4800 watts; the EP500 can be recharged up to 6000 times and can provide off-grid power for up to 40 years in the average home.

For those who want a little more power than 2000 watts, Bluetti has also released a Fusion Panel Terminal Board. This allows two EP500s to be connected in series, doubling the power and providing an optional 220/240 volt output. Basically, it would easily power even the heaviest of appliances.

These days, we should all strive to be a little more environmentally friendly. A little more sustainable. Renewable energy is a great place to start, and the Bluetti EP500 is the perfect solution.

You can pre-order on Kickstarter for $2,799 starting March 23 at 6 a.m. PDT.