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Crossed Bread Browners

The Philips Sustainable Toaster is Powered by a Static Bike

— May 18, 2012 — Eco
While some people may look to grander gestures to save the planet as well as reduce those expensive electricity bills, the Philips Sustainable Toaster is a small step in the right direction. Its uncommonly crossed design may take precedence at first, but as soon as a person learns that it is powered by kinetic energy harnessed by way of a static bike, that detail will be pushed to the bottom of the list.

The Philips Sustainable Toaster was created by Spanish designer Miren Arrieta-Odria. Second runner up at the the Domestic Appliances Design Award organized by Philip-TUDelft, is also uses 34 percent less energy thanks to its four insulated compartments. This allows people to toast single slices of bread at a time.
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Energy - The Philips Sustainable Toaster showcases the potential for using kinetic energy as a power source in everyday appliances.
2. Energy-efficient Design - The four insulated compartments of the Philips Sustainable Toaster demonstrate the value of new design approaches that reduce energy consumption.
3. Personalized Toasting - The ability to toast single slices of bread at a time highlights the trend towards customizable and individualized kitchen appliances.
Industry Implications
1. Home Appliances - The Philips Sustainable Toaster innovation opens up opportunities for manufacturers to create more energy-efficient and sustainable home appliances.
2. Renewable Energy - The use of kinetic energy in the Philips Sustainable Toaster suggests potential disruption in the renewable energy industry, as innovative applications expand beyond traditional sources.
3. Kitchen Appliances - The personalized toasting feature of the Philips Sustainable Toaster presents an opportunity to enhance the customization options and user experience of kitchen appliances.
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