The majority of U.S. marines vital military equipment which run using solar energy have brought many benefits for members of the U.S. marines who served in Afghanistan. National Public Radio reported that the use of solar modules could reduce the number of casualties.
According to service members, new equipment that has been tested in Afghanistan during the end of 2010 has been associated with the U.S. Marines safety with its benefits such as cuts down on supply convoys so it can reduce attacks on the road. Driven generators using solar energy produce a more quiet voice so it does not invite the attention of the enemy.
They also use solar blankets that lightweight, compact, and easy to fold so it can save space. In addition, they also can save the use of diesel fuel to run generators that typically 20 gallons per day to 2.5 gallons per day, according to David Doty, 3rd Squad Leader, with1st Platoon. The Marines were satisfied with the testing equipment using solar energy in their duties, its lightweight and easy to use.
