Freeplay Energy was founded in 1994, following the invention by Trevor Baylis of the 'clockwork radio', which was designed to help halt the spread of AIDS in Africa by providing much-needed access to health information and advice.

The company is now part of the privately owned Euro Suisse Group which has extensive interests in the developing world, where Freeplay products help to change people's lives. 

Freeplay enjoys an unmatched reputation for quality and reliability and they have unrivalled experience in their field. With their commitment to improvement, they remain at the forefront of product development and innovation.

Today they specialise in the design, development and manufacture of clean energy products for people living either temporarily or permanently off-grid. They do this by using their core expertise in solar, dynamo, and energy storage technology to create products that are affordable and reliable.

Their products are created for three principle applications all of which share many common requirements: Emergency Preparedness, Aid and Development and Outdoor Leisure

Freeplay operates in both the developed and the developing world. They partner with many of the world's leading NGO's and internationally respected retailers, and they have extensive experience of shipping products to some of the world's most difficult regions.

Freeplay's mission is to bring affordable clean energy products to people living either temporarily or permanently off grid.

They do this through innovative technology, an emphasis on design and performance and, above all, a deep understanding of their customers.

Their products enable the world's poorest people to have access to clean, renewable power and all who use them to be informed, entertained and safe.

They act as a brand with a conscience at all times.

Freeplay is proud to support the UN Global Compact's 10 Principles in the areas of human rights, labour, the environment and anti-corruption.

Disaster Recovery
Communication, light and power are essential elements in coping with an emergency and Freeplay Energy’s radios, lanterns, torches and chargers are designed to help you weather any crisis. Founded on safe, reliable and tested technology, their products will give you the support you need, when you need it – and their Freeplay Assist radio even includes an alarm, for added personal security.

Aid and Development
Freeplay Energy's robust solar and dynamo-powered products are ideally designed to withstand the challenges of extended use in aid and development environments. They have been tested in the field by aid agencies, NGOs and local communities and are currently supporting a range of initiatives around the world, including community development, agricultural, educational and health projects.