KAWARTHA LAKES-Learners of all ages are invited to attend the Lindsay Makerspace on Saturday, April 26, 2025 for “Amped for Earth” – a renewable energy-themed event where attendees can be among the first to test and build Ampere’s new solar power kit.
Running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 12 Peel St., Lindsay, Amped for Earth offers the chance to learn about, build and even take home a kit at no cost, while supplies last (with a limit of one kit per family).
Ampere says it designed and developed the solar kit, valued at $150 each, in collaboration with community subject matter experts, manufacturing partners, component suppliers, Makerspace educators, community participants, end users and innovators.
“These kits are an excellent example of how science, technology, engineering, art and math can create something with a meaningful impact,” says Ryan Oliver, CEO and Founder of Ampere. “The development of the kit incorporated every aspect of STEAM and assembling the kits offers users a chance to see those components up close.”
Once built, these kits are small enough to take camping, on road trips, to the office or just to keep at home in case of a power outage.
While the kits were designed with learners aged 11 years and older in mind, Amped for Earth is open for younger learners as well, as there will be Earth-themed activities available making it a truly family-friendly event.
Registration for Amped for Earth is not mandatory but it does ensure families receive one of the limited number of kits available to take home, before they’re even available for purchase. Families can register for the event at go.amp.ca/earth_general.
