In Havana, 21-year-old Yadán Pablo Espinosa builds a homemade solar panel “factory,” equips 15 electric trikes, and boosts their range, a local fix that kept multiple workers’ livelihoods alive
The project is not a miracle cure for Cuba’s energy crisis, but for drivers who carry food, goods, and passengers through hot streets, traffic jams, and long workdays, a little extra power can mean more deliveries, fewer forced stops, and a better chance of bringing money home.
The setup also solves a very Cuban problem in a very practical way. The metal frame that holds the panel becomes a roof, shielding drivers from sun and rain while turning the vehicle itself into a small solar workstation.
Ingenious!
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