# Upcycled Battery Power Banks The '2LB Battery' Makes Use of an Electric Vehicle Component By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-08-11 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2lb-battery References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/power-bank-11-08-2021/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+geeky-gadgets+%28Geeky+Gadgets%29) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1905909895/2lb-battery-the-second-life-28kw-power-bank) The '2LB Battery' is a power bank for use in emergencies or power outages that will work to deliver essential electricity access in an unexpected, upcycled way. The unit is equipped with a 2.8kW battery that is sourced from electric vehicles and thus eliminates the need for a virgin battery to be manufactured. This offers a more sustainable experience for users, while also helping to make use of what might otherwise be perceived as a waste material. The '2LB Battery' is focused on a cost-effective ethos that can be used in a variety of different scenarios and can power up a wide range of equipment. This will enable travelers to keep comfortable when camping or help those preparing an emergency kit to stay agile. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Upcycling Batteries:** Opportunity to create more sustainable products by utilizing batteries from electric vehicles instead of manufacturing new ones. - **Cost-effective Emergency Power:** Creating affordable and accessible power solutions for emergencies or power outages. - **Versatile Portable Power Banks:** Expanding the range of equipment that can be powered by portable power banks with higher battery capacity. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** Opportunity for electric vehicles manufacturers to collaborate with emergency power bank producers to upcycle batteries. - **Camping and Outdoor Recreation:** Creating portable power solutions for outdoor enthusiasts for mobile devices and electrical equipment. - **Emergency Preparedness:** A more sustainable way to build emergency kits with upcycled batteries that can power essential equipment during disasters or power outages. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Commuter EV Charger Batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/go-power-bank.md) - [Kinetic-Friendly Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/last-resort-power-bank.md) - [Vehicle-Powering Battery Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oukitel-abearl-p5000.md) - [High-Performance Appliance Batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backup-by-biolite.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barebones-living-power-bank.md) - [Off-Grid EV-Rated Power Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ugreen-powerroam-1200.md) - [Sustainable Plastic Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-bank-concept.md) - [Replaceable Component Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buddie-power-bank.md) - [Suitcase-Style Power Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enginuity-portable-power-station.md)