Taking old materials and making them into something brand new and completely eco-efficient it is exactly what Purdue University student Tony Coiro did with his 1978 Suzki motorcycle. Costing only a mere $50 at the time of purchase, over $2,500 was spent on the redesign and retrofitting of the bike.
This one-of-a-kind motorbike after its transformation can now go 24 miles per charge and a top speed of 45 mph -- all powered by solar energy. With this Tony Coiro breakthrough technology, the Purde EV Club is set to patent and commercialize its unique designs.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Repurposed Materials
- Embracing repurposed materials in product design to create eco-efficient and innovative solutions.
- Solar-powered Transportation
- Harnessing solar energy to power vehicles, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting sustainable transportation options.
- Green Retrofitting
- Retrofitting existing vehicles and structures with eco-friendly technologies to enhance performance and reduce environmental impact.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Automotive
- Opportunity for automakers to develop electric vehicles that utilize repurposed materials and solar energy for power.
- Renewable Energy
- Opportunity for renewable energy companies to create solar-powered solutions for transportation and infrastructure.
- Sustainability Consulting
- Opportunity for sustainability consultants to offer expertise in retrofitting existing vehicles and structures with green technologies.
