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Today’s Green Deals are jam-packed with backup power sales (and some new low prices too) from some of our favorite brands (as well as a budget-friendly EV). First, there’s EcoFlow’s February Monthly Madness sale that is offering up to 63% off power stations with a few bonus savings options, varying EcoCredit rewards, and more. You’ll find a solid selection of offers, like the brand’s DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station bundled with a 220W solar panel for $1,315, among others. Second, Jackery has a short-term flash sale running through tomorrow (February 26) with up to 50% off its units and bundles, including the Explorer 2000 Plus Portable Power Station with two 200W solar panels at a new $1,673 low. We also spotted the Anker SOLIX C200 DC 60,000mAh Power Bank Station returning to its $100 low, as well as GoTrax’s APEX Max Electric Scooter at $340. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s exclusive new low price on the Bluetti AC180P power station, the RadRunner series e-bikes, and more.

Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

EcoFlow’s February Monthly Madness sale offers 63% off power stations with bonus savings and rewards + more from $29

EcoFlow has launched its February EcoCredits Monthly Madness sale through the end of the month with up to 63% in discounts for members (sign-up is free), as well as a few different bonus savings, 2x and 3x EcoCredit promotions, and the option to spin the online wheel for rewards. Among the selection of offers, we spotted the DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station getting bundled with a 220W solar panel for $1,315.06 shipped, after using the promo code ECOAFF6 at checkout for an additional 6% off. Normally this combination package would run you $2,548 in full, with discounts having gone as low as $1,299 back during Black Friday and early Christmas sales, though it’s kept above $1,399 since. Today’s deal provides you with the second-lowest price we have tracked, giving you a reliable solar generator while saving $1,233 off the going rate. It’s also beating out its Amazon listing where it is priced at $1,399.

Outside of the member pricing, there are a few different ways to save here, like the extra 6% in savings you can score simply by using the code ECOAFF6 at checkout. Orders over $3,000 will also be getting an additional 5% in savings off your cart, so the more you spend, the better the deal. Standard members will be eligible for 2x EcoCredits from their purchases, while PLUS members will be getting 3x EcoCredits. There’s also the option to exchange 500 EcoCredits twice in one day to play the lucky spin game, which offers prizes like a $200 discount, a RIVER 2 Pro, a RAPID Charger, and much more.

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EcoFlow’s DELTA 2 Max power station provides you with plenty of juice for out-of-the-house adventures, as well as home backup support in times of emergency. The 2,048Wh LiFePO4 capacity here can be further invested in to expand up to 6,144Wh with additional extra batteries. Its 2,400W power output should handle most of your appliance needs through its 15 port options, though you can always activate its X-Boost mode to bump that to 3,400W output for larger ones. It allows for two solar inputs to be hooked up to reach a maximum of 1,000W for recharging, or you can take advantage of its dual-charging capabilities using solar alongside a standard wall outlet for 80% battery in 43 minutes, among other options.

***Note: The 6% sitewide coupon has not been factored in to the prices below, make sure to enter the code ECOAFF6 at checkout to score the maximum savings!

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You can browse the full extent of EcoFlow’s February Monthly Madness sale on the landing page here, and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for the two scheduled flash sales later today and on February 27.

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Jackery flash sale drops Explorer 2000 Plus solar bundle with two 200W panels to new $1,673 low

Jackery is having a short-term flash sale through February 26 that is taking up to 50% off a solid collection of power stations and solar generator bundles, with an extra 7% taken off on orders over $1,500. One of the notable solar generator deals here is the Explorer 2000 Plus Portable Power Station coming along with two 200W solar panels at $1,673.07 shipped, after using the promo code EXTRA7 at checkout. This bundle package normally goes for $3,299 at full price, with the starting $1,799 rate during this sale already beating out previous discounts we’ve seen up until now. You’re looking at a combined 49% markdown, saving you $1,626 at a new all-time low price that also beats out the $2,899 rate we’re seeing direct from its official Amazon storefront.

A solid option for folks who want an expansive setup that you can invest more in later, without going into the higher price ranges for the more expansive systems, Jackery’s Explorer 2000 Plus covers your camping trips, outdoor parties, and home backup with a 2,042.8Wh capacity. By adding up to five expansion batteries to the power station, that number can climb all the way up to 12,000Wh, with the option to connect two of these full setups for 24,000Wh. It can dish out up to 3,000W of power output through its 10 ports to cover small devices, larger appliances, and more – plus, the fully-stocked 24kWh setup knocks output up to 6,000W.

You can regain a full battery in just two hours when its plugged into a wall outlet, or get the same charging time when utilizing its full 1,200W of solar input (six SolarSaga 200W panels – though these rates don’t account for expansion batteries). There’s the usual array of smart controls via the companion app, allowing you to monitor and adjust settings in real-time with a Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connection. If you wanted to go ahead and start with an expanded bundle, there are two options: first, you can grab the power station with the two solar panels and an extra battery (bumping the capacity to 4,085.6Wh) at $2,603.07 shipped or go further with the same bundle and two extra batteries (6,128.4Wh) for $3,068.07 shipped – just be sure to use the promo code EXTRA7 at checkout.

***Note: The following prices over $1,500 have not had the additional 7% in savings applied – make sure you use the code EXTRA7 at checkout to get the maximum savings!

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Anker SOLIX C200 power bank station

Grab Anker’s latest SOLIX C200 DC 60,000mAh power bank station for travels while it’s back at a $100 low

With the brand’s Valentine’s sale officially over, the official Anker Amazon storefront is offering the SOLIX C200 DC 60,000mAh Power Bank Station for $99.99 shipped. Normally priced at $170, today’s deal is continuing the same offer we saw during the brand’s most recent sale, with this rate popping up a few times since first dropping back during Cyber Monday sales. You’re looking at a 41% markdown here, which puts $70 back into your pocket while landing it back at the lowest price we have tracked to date. It’s also beating out Anker’s regular power deals, which currently has this model down at a higher $120 rate.

Anker’s SOLIX C200 DC power bank station is a smaller and more compact version of the brand’s new C300 DC and AC models, coming in with a slightly smaller 60,000mAh/192Wh LiFePO4 capacity. It delivers up to 300W of output power to your devices through its five port options (two USB-As, one 140W USB-C, one 15W USB-C, one car port). You can refill the unit’s own battery via three ways, with its 140W USB-C port giving you an 80% charge in 1.3 hours through a wall outlet, or you can utilize up to 100W of solar input or the car port for 80% in 1.6 hours.

You’ll also find the larger 90,000mAh C300 DC and C300 AC models down at $150 and $210 (matched direct from Anker) for this sale. Not only are you getting the expanded 90,000mAh LiFePO4 capacity here, but they also come sporting different variations of built-in lights for camping trips. You can get the full rundown on its other capabilities in our launch coverage here.

GoTrax APEX Max Electric Scooter

Travel up to 18 miles on GoTrax’s APEX Max electric scooter for $340

Amazon is offering the GoTrax APEX Max Electric Scooter for $339.99 shipped. Normally carrying a $400 price tag, you can score your own here today with a 15% markdown that puts $60 back in your pocket. While we did see it drop to a $299 low back during Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, you’ll still be getting it under the usual $360 rates we see it discounted to at the third-lowest price we have tracked. It’s also beating out GoTrax’s direct site where it’s listed at its full price.

Another among a strong lineup of budget-friendly commuters, the GoTrax APEX Max arrives with a 350W motor alongside a 36V 7.8Ah battery to carry you for up to 18 miles on a single charge at up to 18 MPH top speeds. Not only are you getting several miles more travel distance over some of the brand’s other entry-level scooters, but your ride will be far smoother too thanks to the rear dual suspension. The 8.5-inch honeycomb tires also add a little more shock absorption to the mix, but more importantly, keep you from ever stressing over flats. It comes with a standard folding body for easier storage and transport options, as well as an LED display for all the real-time data and controls you need, all at a glance.

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The savings this week are also continuing to a collection of other markdowns. To the same tune as the offers above, these all help you take a more energy-conscious approach to your routine. Winter means you can lock in even better off-season price cuts on electric tools for the lawn while saving on EVs and tons of other gear.

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Here it is: the first-ever electric Type D school bus from Thomas Built

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Here it is: the first-ever electric Type D school bus from Thomas Built

Thomas Built Buses introduces Wattson, the company’s first electric Type D school bus

The school bus experts at Thomas Built have just released the first all-electric, square-bodied Type D school bus in the company’s storied history – and they’ve given their new bus a friendly, pun-tastic name. Kids, meet Wattson!

Properly called the Saf-T-Liner eHDX2 Wattson, this latest transit-style Type D bus from North Carolina-based Thomas Built combines a flat front, high seating capacity, and superior driver visibility with clean, quiet, electric power from Cummins Accelera.

“Wattson represents our next step in electrification,” said TJ Reed, president and CEO of Daimler Truck Specialty Vehicles. “(Wattson) reflects our belief that the best electric solutions are the ones that feel familiar, fit within your fleet and are built to last. That’s what we’ve heard from our customers, and that’s what we’re delivering.”

The bus offers 150 miles of estimated range thanks to a huge 246 kWh li-ion battery pack. That battery funnels electrons to the same, ultra-efficient 295 hp 14Xe eAxle with 750 lb-ft of peak tq as the recently-revealed Jouley, offering more than enough “get up and go” to get kids safely across multilane highways and up even the gnarliest rural mountain inclines. And, of course, without the freezing concerns that can stop a diesel fleet cold during extreme temperature drops.

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And, because Wattson is based heavily on Thomas Built’s existing Type D body, schools’ preferred upfitting solutions should bolt right in. “We know electrification can feel like a big step,” continued Reed. “With Wattson, we’re making that step easier by giving districts a familiar Type D solution they already trust – now in electric.”

Wattson is available for order now, with first deliveries scheduled for early 2026. The bus is capable of 120 kW DC fast charging, and is V2G capable.

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2026 Saf-T-Liner eHDX2 Wattson; by Thomas Built.

It’s almost universally accepted that school buses are prime candidates for electrification. They tend to operate on short, local routes, in stop-and-go traffic, and in close proximity with some of the most vulnerable populations in the country, in terms of respiratory illness and physical safety (just imagine a kid trying to yell “STOP!” at a bus driver and being heard over the din of noisy kids and a revving diesel). The fact that electric school buses can reduce a district’s operating costs and serve the public as a portable power center in an emergency are just icing on the electric cake.

Here’s hoping all our kids’ schools have a chance to trade in their gross diesel school bus for something like Thomas Built’s Wattson sooner than later.

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Bako Motors builds solar-powered tiny electric cars that sip sunshine

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Electric vehicles are known for plugging in – but one startup wants them to simply soak up the sun instead. Bako Motors is building compact electric cars and cargo vans with solar panels on the roof, letting them charge directly from sunlight and cut their dependence on wall sockets altogether.

It’s not an entirely novel idea. But unlike flashy startups like Aptera, Bako is approaching it with an actually commercially viable solution. And now the company is joining several other African-based EV makers hoping to help the continent leapfrog its way towards more sustainable transportation.

While most EVs still rely on grid charging – often from a fossil-fuel-heavy mix in Africa – Bako’s small vehicles can harvest free energy straight from the sky. According to founder and CEO Boubaker Siala, the roof-mounted solar cells can provide more than half of a vehicle’s daily energy needs. For its commercial model, the B-Van, that translates to about 50 km (31 mi) of solar-assisted driving per day, or roughly 17,000 km (10,500 mi) per year without ever plugging in.

Of course, drivers do still have the option of plugging into an EV charger to top up the battery more quickly, but soaking up extra sun all day may mean that many owners can get away with infrequent grid-charging stops.

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The B-Van can haul up to 400 kg (882 lb) of cargo and offers 100–300 km (62–186 mi) of total range, starting at around US $8,500. Its smaller sibling, the Bee, is a two-seat urban runabout with 70–120 km (44–75 mi) of range and a 44 km/h (27 mph) top speed, priced from US $6,200. A third model, the X-Van, is now on the drawing board with space for two passengers and extra cargo.

More than 40% of Bako’s parts are sourced locally – including the steel for the frame and lithium-iron-phosphate batteries – creating jobs while reducing import costs. A second, larger factory is set to open in 2026, boosting capacity to 8,000 vehicles per year for Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.

By combining affordability, local manufacturing, and solar charging, Bako Motors is carving out a niche that fits Africa’s climate and infrastructure realities. In a market where range anxiety and unreliable grids still hold many buyers back, these sun-sipping EVs might just be the independence-promoting solution that drivers need.


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Mining execs embrace ‘phenomenal’ rare earths interest from the Middle East

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Guests enjoy the Fortune Global Forum 2025 Gala Dinner on October 26, 2025 at Diriyah Gate, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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Mining executives have welcomed a sharp upswing in investor interest from the Middle East, as Gulf states seek to expand their critical mineral ambitions and take on established global players.

Critical minerals refer to a subset of materials considered essential to the energy transition. These resources, which tend to have a high risk of supply chain disruption, include metals such as copper, lithium, nickel, cobalt and rare earth elements.

“The interest in rare earths in this part of the world is phenomenal,” Tony Sage, CEO of U.S.-listed rare earths miner Critical Metals, said during a business trip through the Middle East.

“I didn’t expect it because, you know, they can’t mine it. There [are] really no discoveries in this area, but they want to be able to participate somehow in the downstream,” Sage told CNBC by telephone.

His comments come as policymakers and business leaders flock to Saudi Arabia’s Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh, an event nicknamed as the “Davos in the Desert.”

The annual event, which got underway on Monday, is being held under the theme: “The Key to Prosperity: Unlocking New Frontiers of Growth.” It is expected this year’s FII will lean into areas such as artificial intelligence, particularly as the oil-rich kingdom continues with its mission to diversify its economy.

A wheel loader takes ore to a crusher at the MP Materials rare earth mine in Mountain Pass, California, U.S. January 30, 2020.

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Analysts say Gulf states, led by the likes of Saudi Arabia and the UAE, are increasingly seeking to leverage their financial capital and geographic location to capture critical minerals market share.

A series of targeted acquisitions and international partnerships forms a key part of this regional strategy, according to an analysis by the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), with Gulf states seeking to present themselves as alternative partners to Western nations.

Critical Metals, for its part, has partnered with Saudi Arabia’s Obeikan Group to build a large-scale lithium hydroxide processing plant in the kingdom.

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Kevin Das, senior technical consultant at New Frontier Minerals, an Australian-based rare earths explorer, linked investor interest in rare earths from the Middle East to exponential growth in the field of AI.

“It’s no surprise that you’re seeing interest, not just in the Western world, but spreading into the Gulf States because I think people are realizing that we’re probably on the cusp of an AI boom,” Das told CNBC by telephone.

“If you start to see the emergence of robotics, every robot is going to need these rare earths. And I think the supply is only going to get tighter,” he added.

Rare earth elements have emerged as a key bargaining chip in the ongoing U.S.-China trade war, although global stocks rallied on Monday amid investor hopes of thawing tensions between the world’s two largest economies.

U.S. officials have touted the prospect of China delaying strict rare earth export controls as part of a high-stakes summit between President Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping on Thursday.

Rare earths refer to 17 elements on the periodic table whose atomic structure gives them special magnetic properties. These elements are widely used in the automotive, robotics and defense sectors.

U.S. President Donald Trump meets with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during a “coffee ceremony” at the Saudi Royal Court on May 13, 2025, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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Shaun Bunn, managing director at London-listed Empire Metals, said his company had also received considerable investor interest from the Middle East.

“I think that it is very much part of the kingdom’s strategic push to diversify away from its oil. I mean, they are always going to make the most money out of oil at the moment at least, but they are trying to diversify,” Bunn told CNBC by telephone.

Critical mineral ambitions

Analysts have flagged a number of barriers facing the Gulf states’ push for critical minerals, however, noting that regional players remain marginal producers at present.

“Many of Saudi Arabia’s mining ventures remain in early or even conceptual stages, and the country still depends on foreign partners for expertise, such that it may take years for Saudi Arabia, and the Gulf states more generally, to scale up enough to dent Chinese dominance or to fully meet Western demand,” Asna Wajid, research analyst at IISS, said in an analysis published in late July.

“Many in the West, moreover, may be wary of replacing their dependence on China with dependence on the Gulf states, which already exercise considerable strategic leverage due to their oil and gas supplies,” Wajid said.

China is the undisputed leader of the critical minerals supply chain, producing roughly 70% of the world’s supply of rare earths and processing almost 90%, which means it is importing these materials from other countries and processing them.

U.S. officials have previously warned that this dominance poses a strategic challenge amid the pivot to more sustainable energy sources.

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