# Self-Chilling Cans Next-Gen Beverages That Won't Need a Fridge to Get Cold By José Luis Zavalza | Published 2009-06-14 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auto-chilled-cans References: [got2begreen](http://got2begreen.com/green-lifestyles/green-concepts/the-worlds-first-self-refrigerating-cans/) & [wipo.int](http://www.wipo.int/pctdb/en/wo.jsp?wo=1997006392) It’s been a few decades since Robert S. Allison created and patented the Beverage Can Cooling system, but innovative beverage brands are continuing to develop their own systems for auto-chilled beverages. A clear example is I.C.Can, a solid partnership of Tempra Technology and Crown Holdings, who are currently discussing commercialization and marketing of their [self-refrigerating can](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beverage-technology) to top beverage companies. Once this technology becomes mainstream, the need for [energy-sucking refrigerators for beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everfrost-cooler) could be a thing of the past. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Auto-chilled Beverages:** Innovative brands are developing systems for auto-chilled beverages, eliminating the need for refrigerators. - **Self-refrigerating Cans:** Companies like I.C.Can are developing self-refrigerating cans that could disrupt the beverage industry. - **Energy-efficient Cooling:** The development of self-chilling cans could reduce the need for energy-sucking refrigerators. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Beverage:** The beverage industry could benefit from the adoption of self-refrigerating cans. - **Packaging:** Companies in the packaging industry can explore opportunities in developing self-chilling can technology. - **Appliance:** The development of self-refrigerating cans may disrupt the traditional appliance industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Self-Cooling Can Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coolcan.md) - [Quick Can-Cooling Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-minute-beverage-chiller.md) - [Rapid Refreshment Cooling Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/envirocool-vtex.md) - [Electricity-Free Beer Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bud-ground-cooler.md) - [Rapid-Chilling Beverage Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-drink-cooler.md) - [Chilled Soda Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sparkin-cold-soda-maker.md) - [Freezer-Friendly Six-Pack Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beer-can-holder.md) - [Beverage-Focused Dual-Chamber Widget Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beverage-technology.md) - [Cooling Rooftop Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coors-light-chillboards.md)