Imagine a paving slab that converts your step into green energy every time you walk on it…

Well, it’s been invented and it’s called the Pavegen system. These energy harnessing paving slabs can be inserted among regular pavement sections to capture the kinetic energy people spend just walking. Each rubber slab gets depressed by about 5 mm each time it gets stepped on, then the kinetic energy is converted into electricity. We think this is an AMAZING idea!

Following recent tests in East London, the Pavegen are now seeking investors and additional testing sites. Let’s hope someone comes along soon and gives them a nice big bag of cash!

Check out the Pavegen website for more info and news.

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