# Light-Powered Headphones adidas' RPT-02 SOL Integrate Solar Charging Technology By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-07-08 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-rpt02-sol References: [digitaltrends](https://www.digitaltrends.com/home-theater/adidas-rpt-02-sol-gustaf-rosell-zound-industries-interview/) [adidas'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-rpt02-sol-headphones) [RPT-02 SOL](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpt02-sol-headphones) is an innovative and sustainable pair of headphones that not only makes the most of a high percentage of recycled materials, but also the power of the sun. The solar-powered headphones are designed to support the brand's vision for a more sustainable future. Notably, the light-powered headphones will be able to be recharged with a variety of sources, including indoor lighting. As compared to other headphones on the market that feature [solar charging technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slim-solar), adidas' RPT-02 SOL sets itself apart with a more compact and lighter design that's better suited to training. While wireless headphones are currently limited to offering a limited number of hours of battery life before needing to be replenished, this design has the potential to open up new possibilities and "eternal playtime." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Audio Gear:** Opportunity for businesses to explore the development of eco-friendly audio products that utilize recycled materials and renewable energy technologies. - **Indoor Solar Charging:** Development of solar panels that can collect energy from indoor lighting, providing greater flexibility and sustainability for eco-conscious consumers and businesses. - **Compact Solar Charging:** Opportunity to create more portable and lightweight solar charging devices that offer convenient and sustainable charging on-the-go. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Increased demand for eco-friendly and sustainable audio products presents opportunities for innovation in the consumer electronics industry. - **Renewable Energy:** Development of solar panel technology that can collect energy from indoor lighting may provide new opportunities for the renewable energy industry. - **Sportswear:** Combining sustainable design with performance features like lightweight and durable materials, sportswear companies can further appeal to the growing eco-conscious consumer market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solar-Powered Wireless Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpt02-sol-headphones.md) - [Sleek Solar-Powered Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-rpt02-sol-headphones.md) - [Solar-Powered Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpt02-sol.md) - [Next-Gen Solar-Powered Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbanista-los-angeles.md) - [Sleek Solar-Powered Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbanista-phoenix-earbuds.md) - [Solar-Powered Hearing Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3m-worktunes-connect-solar-hearing-protector.md) - [Sculpted Solar-Powered Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbanista-phoenix.md) - [Sustainable Solar-Powered Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solgaard-solarbank-boombox.md) - [Solar Powered Wireless Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malibu-speaker.md)