Just a prototype, for now:
A human-portable hydroelectric generator that weighs about 30 pounds and generates 500 watts of power may soon be a new option for off-grid power.
Developed by Bourne Energy of Mailbu, California, the Backpack Power Plant can create clean, quiet power from any stream deeper than 4 feet.
Backpack Hydroelectric Plant Gives You 500 Watts on the Move
Beats the heck out of expensive leaky nuclear power plants any day.
(via Atom Jack)