Ritsert Mans' eco-friendly motorcycle is made with a wooden frame and runs on algae oil.
Inspired to create a motorcycle that would better connect the rider with nature, the maker behind this design utilized tools and materials that were primarily found in the natural world. The wooden frame was made from "team-bent birch with hemp fiber reinforced mountings for the two point headset, glued together using plain old wood glue."
Algae produces oil similarly to how olives do, and like olives, that oil can be extracted and used in a simple diesel. This combination resulted in the creation of a functioning, perfectly eco-friendly motorcycle that can be driven without fear of further environmental damage.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Eco-friendly Transportation
- Creating transportation solutions with natural materials and alternative fuels can lead to a more sustainable future.
- Biologically-sourced Fuel
- Developing technologies that extract usable fuel from natural sources like algae holds significant potential.
- Wood as a Sustainable Building Material
- Innovative building designs using sustainable wood products can reduce environmental impact.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Automotive Industry
- Car and motorcycle manufacturers can explore the use of alternative fuels and materials to reduce their carbon footprint.
- Biofuel Industry
- Companies in the biofuel industry can leverage biologically-sourced fuels like algae oil to create more sustainable products.
- Construction Industry
- The construction industry can consider using sustainable materials like wood to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainability.
