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5 Sept 2016

Architecture with Tiny Wind & Solar Powered, Off Grid Ecocapsule

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Slovakian product, the Ecocapsule is a Tiny Home 8.2m² (88ft²) made of a high-capacity, insulated fiberglass shell, with an aluminum framework. The first product run, consists of 50 units, priced at €79,000 exc. VAT ($89K). They say, that all of the profits from the first sale, will go into mass producing the capsules and making them cheaper. The fist 50 will be sent out in the third quarter of 2016. The Ecocapsule can be connected to the mains or produce its own energy with solar and wind power. It has a water collection and filter system that collects water in the base of the capsule, it can be topped up if needed. The Ecocapsule, is designed to adhere to all safety requirements and will come with a comprehensive manual to help the owner get the most out of it. More Statistics below.

Dimensions: (LxWxH) 4.45m × 2.25m × 2.55m about (14.5 x 7.3 x 8.3 Feet) / height 4.5m (14.7 Feet) with the wind turbine pole extended

Weight: 1200kg about (2645 pounds) when empty / 1900kg about (4188 pounds) with full water tanks

Installed power output: wind 750W, solar 600W

Gross floor area: 8.2m2 about (88ft²)

Useable floor area: 6.3m2 about (67ft²)

Battery capacity: 10 kWh (default option)

Ecocapsule: New era of sustainable living.