Brands and designers create products that are powered by water-derived properties
Trend - With water being one of the most versatile materials on the planet, brands and designers are manipulating its properties to use it as an energy resource. Not only does this have the potential to save on heating costs, but it also offers versatility in energy generation.
Insight - Consumers are aware that the advancements of science and technology create new pathways for generating energy. In light of the climate crisis and the fact that energy generation and use are some of the biggest contributors to the issue, individuals begin to look for products that opt-in for less traditional and more eco-conscious ways of operation. In addition to this, new modes of energy generation have implications for cost-effectiveness and resource retention.
Insight - Consumers are aware that the advancements of science and technology create new pathways for generating energy. In light of the climate crisis and the fact that energy generation and use are some of the biggest contributors to the issue, individuals begin to look for products that opt-in for less traditional and more eco-conscious ways of operation. In addition to this, new modes of energy generation have implications for cost-effectiveness and resource retention.
Workshop Question - What energy alternatives can be implemented to suit your product or manufacturing processes?
Trend Themes
1. Water as an Energy Resource - Brands and designers are manipulating water's properties to use it as an energy resource, creating eco-conscious and cost-effective solutions.
2. Eco-conscious and Resource Retention Products - Advancements in science and technology have created new pathways for generating energy, and consumers are looking for products that offer less traditional and more eco-conscious ways of operation and new modes of energy generation that have implications for resource retention.
3. Exploring Possible Methods of Powering Transportation - With a growing concern for the environment, businesses should explore new ways to power transportation vehicles, including exploring the possibilities of water-based methods.
Industry Implications
1. Manufacturing - Manufacturing industries can use water as an energy resource, and opt for new modes of energy generation that are cost-effective and resource-conserving.
2. Automotive - The automotive industry can explore new ways of powering vehicles such as water-based methods and create eco-conscious products.
3. Healthcare - Healthcare professionals can design eco-conscious items that help minimize single-use products with water-powered technology, reducing the impact on the environment.
