Monthly Archives: August 2011

Restoring Power After the Storm

Posted on August 30, 2011 by goalzero

After the damage of Hurricane Irene has left millions of people without power, there are a number of people who are looking for their own portable solar generator. Knowing that the utility providers have a daunting task ahead of them to restore power to the residences and businesses that have been affected by the hurricane, individuals that are without electricity are cleaning out the flood waters and making preparations to keep the basics of their energy consumption satisfied. The purchase of a portable generator is the first step in turning the lights back on after the storm passed over. Goal … Continue reading →

In Case of Emergency….

Posted on August 19, 2011 by goalzero

72-hour kits are essential for every household in America. Not only do 72-hour kits provide a stable net for disasters or emergencies, they also provide a comfort to all those involved that if a disaster happens, you’ll be taken care of until you can get additional help. There is a lot of thought and preparation that go into 72-hour kits including food and water, bedding and clothing, and fuel and light sources. The most important item for your 72-hour kits is food. The easiest types of food to pack into your kit are dry and canned foods. Granola bars, trail … Continue reading →

Inside GOAL ZERO: Nicknames

Posted on August 17, 2011 by goalzero

We are the first to admit the Goal Zero team is an irreverent bunch of peeps. We live by our own motto of living life to the fullest. Life does not begin when work is over. It is one and the same. That is why we all love our jobs so much (most days anyway). Nicknames are one of things at Goal Zero that pretty much everyone gets. Some are out of necessity since there are seven Dave’s, three Scott’s , two Nick’s and two Bryan’s that all work here. Norm Krantz – VP of Product Development aka “Kick-Ass Krantz” … Continue reading →