# Self Solar Portable and personal solar devices make it easy to go green. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Mar 24, 2010 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/self-solar-portable-and-personal-solar-devices-make-it-easy-to-go-green ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.2/10 - Evidence articles: 12 ## What is the Self Solar trend? **Self Solar:** The accessibility of solar power to the average consumer is rising as personal use devices with photovoltaic capabilities become more readily available. Solar panels incorporated into ordinary objects like books, phones and kitchen appliances offer an easy and convenient way to adopt a greener lifestyle. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 12 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 11, 2009 to Feb 15, 2010 - Published: Mar 24, 2010 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Self Solar trend ### Personal Solar Devices As personal use devices with photovoltaic capabilities become more readily available, portable and personal solar technology offers an easy and convenient way to adopt a greener lifestyle. ### Solar-Powered Accessories Solar-powered accessories like jewelry and headbands use solar energy for charging, useful for individuals on the go. ### Sun-Powered Technology From netbooks to lawn mowers, more technology is being designed with solar power capabilities. ## What the Self Solar trend means for industry ### For Technology As technology continues to shift towards being sustainable, businesses in the tech sector have the opportunity to design and produce eco-friendly devices. ### For Fashion and Accessories The market for solar-powered jewelry and fashion accessories has potential for growth. ### For Green Energy In the green energy sector, solar power as a source of alternative energy is gaining more attention, leading to a rise in demand for solar-powered technology. ## Trend signals for Self Solar Trend score 3.2 out of 10, from popularity 43%, activity 45%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 43% - Activity: 45% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Self Solar trend 12 featured examples from Feb 11, 2009 to Feb 15, 2010. - [Solar Panel Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lux-solar-panel-necklace-mae-yokoyama): The Eco-Friendly Lux by Mae Yokoyama Emits Light at Night (Category: Eco) Implication: Fashion accessory companies can benefit from incorporating sustainable and solar-powered designs that appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. - [Compact Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanyo-eneloop-portable-solar): Take Energy With You With Sanyo Eneloop Portable Solar Panels (Category: Eco) Implication: The electronics industry can benefit from incorporating portable solar panels into their products to offer sustainable charging options. - [Photosynthetic Headbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q-sound-bluetooth-headphones-solar-power): Q-Sound Bluetooth Headphones Use Solar Power To Live (Category: Eco) Implication: Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to incorporate solar power and energy harvesting technology into wearable devices. - [Solar-Powered Netbooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iunika-gyy): The iUnika Gyy is Comprised of Bioplastics & Biodegradable Materials (Category: Eco) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate renewable energy sources and eco-friendly materials into electronics manufacturing processes. - [Hanging Solar Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunbox-solar-panels): Sunbox Solar Panels Can Be Hung on a Standard Clothesline (Category: Eco) Implication: The renewable energy industry can benefit from the disruptive innovation opportunities presented by the development of hanging solar chargers like Sunbox panels. - [Eco-Friendly Digital Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eco-friendly-devices-snippy-the-solar-powered-e-book-reader): Snippy the Solar-Powered E-Book Reader Is A Truly Novel Concept (Category: Eco) Implication: The introduction of eco-friendly digital books creates disruptive innovation opportunities in the publishing industry as companies can capitalize on the growing demand for sustain… - [Solar Panel Home Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-kiran-solar-lamp): The Kiran Solar Lamp Recharges in Just 8 Hours (Category: Social Good) Implication: The renewable energy industry can leverage the trend of affordable solar lighting to develop cost-effective solar lighting solutions for various applications. - [Solar-Powered Lawnmowers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-powered-lawnmower-sunwhisper-24): The Sunwhisper/24 Runs on Silent Sun (Category: Eco) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Establish a new market segment focused on offering eco-friendly and sustainable landscaping services powered by solar technology. - [Solar Powered Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ntt-docomo): NTT Docomo Reveals Sun-Charged, Waterproof Mobile (Category: Eco) Implication: Smartphone manufacturers can incorporate solar and waterproof technology into their products, meeting the growing demand for eco-friendliness and durability among consumers. - [Solar-Powered Stereos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-powered-stereos-sunny-song): 'Sunny Song' is Based on NXT Panel Technology (Category: Eco) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate eco-friendly features and sustainable energy sources into consumer electronics, such as music players and stereo systems. - [Solar Powered Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-powered-fridges): Using the Power of the Sun to Keep Things Chilled (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity for appliance manufacturers to develop solar-powered fridges and other wireless appliances. - [Solar Panel Wetsuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-panel-wetsuits-billabong-sg5): Billabong SG5 Suits Make Surfing in Winter More Comfortable (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The apparel manufacturing industry can explore the integration of solar panels or solar mesh into their products to enhance functionality and cater to eco-conscious consumers. ## Recent trend clusters - [Automated Upkeep](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/automated-upkeep) (Tech) - [Serial Snacking](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/serial-snacking) (Lifestyle) - [Autumn Teasers](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/autumn-teasers) (Business) - [Ambient Assistance](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ambient-assistance) (Tech) ## Trending in Eco - 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