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Q For the benefit of our readers,
could you briefly explain how
your device works?
The Spark clean energy-generating
musical instrument acts as a mini
portable generator that creates clean,
kinetic energy as it is played. Just 12
minutes of playing generates one
hour of light and with its smart power
system, Spark can charge up a mobile
phone.
Q What is the level of interest?
Spark has generated widespread
interest since launching on Kickstarter
in July 2014. Since then it has been
featured in national and international
press including the Guardian, The
Huffington Post, Businessweek USA,
Wired magazine and Vogue India. It
also won the London Design Awards
2014 and 2015 for Best Product Design
for Personal Use and Education.
Q Can you give us an idea of the
cost?
To purchase Spark costs 27 euros
Q What is the typical power
output?
Spark can generate 25 lumens of light,
which provides really effective reading
light. It’s smart boost system allows for (STEM) by building their own power in
a 5V output for USB charging.
Q How widespread is the
distribution?
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INTERVIEW
Spark is being distributed in off grid
areas in Kenya and India and whilst this
distribution network is growing, we can
also see the benefit of bringing Spark
closer to home. With its fun appeal for
young people, its educational potential
and its practical application, Spark is set
to make a profound impact in European
refugee camps. We are currently
looking for a partner to help make this
happen.
Q Do you foresee any other
potential applications for the
technology?
Absolutely, we are currently developing
a number of different products that
combine kinetic energy with other
energy harnessing technologies.
In a wider context, Spark works not
only as an effective clean energy
solution for energy poverty but also
as a learning tool.
As part of our mission, we aim to to
inspire young people by bringing core
subjects to life, to create sparks in their
imagination, to educate around climate
change and most importantly, to help
them to see what they can achieve.
Through the Spark educational kit or
Edu-Spark, children can learn Science,
Technology, Engineering and Maths
a fun way through combining the Arts.
The Edu-Spark will be available in
September 2016. l