# Secure Solar Bikeways This South Korean Highway Bike Route is Lined with Solar Panels By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2015-04-13 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-route References: [treehugger](http://www.treehugger.com/clean-technology/nerdalize-warming-homes-heat-cloud-servers.html) & [youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=74&v=LuYsYLqjUtU) Sustainable travel doesn't get much greener than pedaling a bicycle, but one bike route in South Korea really goes above and beyond by addressing the concerns of the city and cyclists. In the middle of a six-lane highway that stretches between the Daejeon and Sejong cities, there is a covered bike lane that is formed by solar panels. As well as providing shade and protection from the vehicles on either side of the road, this setup also doubles as a way to generate energy. Cyclists are able to join these [protected lanes safely](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-safety1) at bridge crossings, serving as an [eco-friendly way to bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/londons-cycleway-network) a long stretch of road, without the worry of being bumped by a car. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Solar-powered Bike Lanes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop solar-powered bike lanes to provide shade, protection, and energy generation for cyclists. - **Sustainable Transportation Infrastructure:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create sustainable transportation infrastructure that addresses the concerns of cities while promoting eco-friendly travel. - **Integration of Renewable Energy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate renewable energy sources, such as solar panels, into existing infrastructure to generate power and promote sustainability. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Urban Planning and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate innovative design concepts, like solar-powered bike lanes, into urban planning to create safer and greener cities. - **Renewable Energy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of renewable energy sources, such as solar panels, in various applications to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and promote sustainability. - **Cycling and Outdoor Recreation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Improve cycling infrastructure and promote eco-friendly transportation options to encourage outdoor recreation and sustainable travel. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solar-Powered Sleek Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-solaris.md) - [Solar-Powered eBike Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beambike.md) - [Solar-Powered Cargo Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-cargo-bike.md) - [Angular Enclosed Cargo Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-cargo-bike.md) - [Climate-Controlled Cycling Paths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cycling-path.md) - [E-Bike Charging Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bikeflex.md) - [Solar-Powered Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-clipse-2.md) - [Futuristic Solar-Powered E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stellar-landcraft.md) - [Expansive Cycling Covered Highways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-loop-1.md)