Environmentally conscious people would love to hear that researchers at the Stanford University have unveiled a refrigeration device, which does not need electricity. It runs on what it protects food products from, on heat. The thermo-sized refrigeration device comes with a coolant that which turns cold when it comes in contact with heat.

Now we have all known how refrigerators can be quite damaging to the environment and are especially dangerous to the ozone layer. Moreover they consume insane amounts of electricity, which isn’t green at all. However, not much is known about the product or when it is going to be released. Initial rumors say it may cost around $50, which isn’t too bad and would be suited for portable purposes.

It would be good to transport medicines, beverages, and even first aid. In my opinion the military and the aid workers in developing and underdeveloped nations could use it. The refrigeration device would also be of a great help to those trekking and hitch hiking. Imagine having one of these thermo-sized devices with you if you decide to walk the length of the Death Valley in the middle of summer. Now that is what I call luck.

Via: Gizmodo