Launched in July 2015, the d.light A1 will bring solar light to hundreds of millions of people living without access to electricity. To compete with the slow-burn cost of kerosene, and gain access to a new group of consumers, d.light’s new design couldn’t retail for more than $5 USD. Solar light is a safe efficient way to light homes and businesses, and it saves families money in the long-term without subjecting them to the health hazards of kerosene.
Together, d.light and set out to create a solar light that was easy to use, emitted the right amount of brightness, and was accessible to all. But, most of the products available to them are simply out of reach because they are too expensive. For many consumers, solar lanterns are the obvious answer. Not only does the dim light of kerosene come at a persistent financial cost, but it also causes serious respiratory problems and is a significant fire risk. Living on less than $1.25 a day, families at the base of the pyramid can sometimes pay up to 25 cents daily for kerosene to light their homes in the evening. The team sought to create a first-in-class solar light that was easy to use, bright enough for the home, and available in rural areas for just five dollars. In 2014, d.light partnered with to join d.light’s research team and help with consumer research and industrial design of the d.light A1, a high quality solar light that is flexible, durable, and most importantly, affordable to all.
Results Announced for Community Choice Prize See All Winners d.light A1
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