# Solar-Powered Cooker Outdoor appliances are using solar power for a clean fuel source. By [Hayley McGlone](https://www.trendhunter.com/hayley_mcglone), Manager, Client Research & Strategy | Published Aug 6, 2019 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/solarpowered-cooker ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.1/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Solar-Powered Cooker trend? **Solar-Powered Cooker:** Cookware brands are creating more environmentally-conscious appliances by replacing traditional fuel sources with solar power. Such products highlight how consumers are becoming more open to incorporating sustainably-focused alternatives of familiar items into various aspects of their lifestyle. ## The consumer insight behind the Solar-Powered Cooker trend With alternative power becoming more accessible, it is easier now for consumers to incorporate it into their daily lives as they try to shift to more sustainable lifestyles and reduce their consumption of natural resources. This shift reflects a larger trend, particularly among younger consumers, who are seeking to be more conscientious about the impact their consumption habits have on limited resources in order to preserve the environment. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: May 11, 2017 to Aug 23, 2018 - Published: Aug 6, 2019 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - 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, Asia ## Themes within the Solar-Powered Cooker trend ### Solar-Powered Appliances Industry professionals can explore the development of more solar-powered appliances for both indoor and outdoor use as interest in sustainable alternatives grows. ### Modular Design Businesses can consider developing more modular designs for cooking appliances so that consumers can have multiple functionalities in one device. ### Hybrid Solar-Powered Cookers Companies can innovate more hybrid solar-powered cookers that utilize both traditional and solar power to address any concerns regarding power sources. ## What the Solar-Powered Cooker trend means for industry ### For Outdoor Recreation Outdoor recreation companies can explore developing more environmentally-friendly equipment like solar-powered camping ovens and electric stoves. ### For Home Appliance Home appliance companies can introduce more solar-powered appliances like solar ovens, cookers, and stoves to cater to consumers who prefer sustainable alternatives. ### For Renewable Energy Companies in the renewable energy industry can expand into solar-powered appliances like hybrid solar-powered cookers and ovens to create a new and innovative market. ## Workshop question Consider how your brand could make a more sustainable version of a popular product or service. ## Trend signals for Solar-Powered Cooker Trend score 4.1 out of 10, from popularity 47%, activity 67%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 47% - Activity: 67% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Solar-Powered Cooker trend 5 featured examples from May 11, 2017 to Aug 23, 2018. - [Hybrid Solar Ovens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-fusion): The GoSun Fusion Uses Solar and Traditional Cooking Power (Category: Eco) Implication: Incorporating solar technology into household appliances for more sustainable and eco-friendly energy consumption. - [Solar Camping Ovens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solavore-sport): The Solavore Sport Solar Oven Channels the Sun's Heat to Cook Food (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The solar camping trend presents opportunities for outdoor gear companies to develop innovative and sustainable products that can be used without traditional power sources. - [Fuel-Free Solar Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parvati-solar-cooker): The Dr. Solstice Parvati Solar Cooker Prepares Meals in a Sustainable Way (Category: Eco) Implication: The Dr. - [Hybrid Solar-Powered Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunfocus-hybrid-solarelectric-oven): The SunFocus Hybrid Solar-Electric Oven Prepares Food Day or Night (Category: Eco) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate hybrid energy solutions into appliance designs to create more sustainable and versatile products. - [Safe Electric Camping Stoves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morphcooker): The Morphcooker is the "Swiss Army Knife of Camping Stoves" (Category: Tech) Implication: Manufacturers of camping stoves and related equipment can incorporate modular designs and battery-powered heat sources into new products. ## 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)