MBOISA 2012: Consol Solar Jar

Housed in a one-litre Consol Classic preserve jar, which provides a practical and attractive casing, this alternative light source is literally bottled sunshine. Solar-powered LED lights are powered by sunlight, which is harnessed through a solar panel fitted on the lid. The Consol Solar Jarreceived the Special Recognition Award at the 2011 Institute of Packaging SA Gold Pack Awards. Although not strictly packaging, the judges decided that this clever use of a packaging material deserved an accolade.

Consol Solar Jar by Ockert van Heerden and John Bexley. Nominated by Gregor Naudé, editor of Enjin magazine.