# Conscious Printing A continued dependency on printed documents sparks an eco movement. By [Michael Hemsworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/Michael.Hemsworth), Contributing Researcher | Published Mar 29, 2014 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/conscious-printing ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.9/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Conscious Printing trend? **Conscious Printing:** As the continued push towards more workspaces adopting a paperless ethos and less printer use among consumers, a rise in eco-friendly printing innovations are reintroducing the office practice without the associated waste. The increase in ecological options is helping to satisfy green-minded Millennials while still respecting more traditional mainstays of office life. These cost-effective solutions also reignite the consumer printing market as many individuals have chosen to ditch the technology in recent years thanks in part to increased smartphone and tablet usage. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Jul 10, 2013 to Feb 3, 2014 - Published: Mar 29, 2014 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Conscious Printing trend ### Eco-Friendly Printing The increase in ecological options is satisfying green-minded Millennials while still respecting traditional mainstays of office life. ### Miniaturized Printing The ink-free design of the ZINK Smart App Printers means that you'll never have to deal with empty cartridges again. ### Innovative Printing Materials The Pen Printer makes use of discarded writing implements for ink. ## What the Conscious Printing trend means for industry ### For Printing and Imaging Business professionals can explore eco-friendly and miniature printing solutions to increase printing efficiency. ### For Technology Innovative materials for printing could replace existing materials, provide sustainable printing options, and change how printing devices are manufactured. ### For Office Supplies Customized printing solutions can help increase productivity and satisfaction with office gadgets. ## Trend signals for Conscious Printing Trend score 3.9 out of 10, from popularity 59%, activity 49%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 59% - Activity: 49% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Conscious Printing trend 5 featured examples from Jul 10, 2013 to Feb 3, 2014. - [Ballpoint Pen Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pen-printer): The Pen Printer Makes Use of Discarded Writing Implements for Ink (Category: Eco) Implication: The printing and imaging industry can explore the use of sustainable ink sources and compact printing appliances. - [Eco Cardboard Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-laser-printer): The 'Origami' Laser Printer is 100 Percent Recyclable (Category: Eco) Implication: The consumer electronics industry can explore opportunities to develop more eco-friendly gadgets, like printers made of recyclable materials. - [Miniature Smartphone Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zink-smart-app-printers): ZINK Smart App Printers Are Portable and Print Directly from Apps (Category: Tech) Implication: The ZINK Smart App Printers present an opportunity for technology companies to integrate mobile printing capabilities into their products and services. - [Water-Powered Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterpowered-printer): This Printer Uses Water Instead of Ink to Get Perfect Prints (Category: Tech) Implication: Printing companies can adapt to water-powered printing technology to become more environmentally friendly and cost-effective. - [Eco-Friendly Customized Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computer-screen): The Cocodori Printer Only Prints Snippets of Your Computer Screen (Category: Tech) Implication: The printing industry can capitalize on the trend of compact printers and offer more efficient and targeted printing solutions. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Eco - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Intelligent Private Grids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ara-core-powers) - [Compact Electric Family MPVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-family-mpvs) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)