# Plant-Powered Pedalers The Co2 Electric Bicycle will Surely Flower on the Consumer Market By Alex Scott | Published 2010-06-16 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/co2-electric-bicycle References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/co2-electric-bicycle-produces-sustainable-energy-using-photosynthesis/) & [cardesignnews](http://www.cardesignnews.com/site/designers/portfolios/display/item195611/) Many have heard of various vehicles being powered using [sun and water energy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planto), but I bet you have yet to come across a ride that derives its power from flowers! The Co2 Electric Bicycle has the same characteristics of plants that grow in the ground. More specifically, it relies on photosynthesis to gain mobility. The [windows on the Co2 Electric Bicycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dab-1-transparent-edition) open up like leaves on a plant when exposing its interior chloroplast to sunlight. This form of energy conversion has never been utilized before in the automotive industry, but if this technology takes off, it is sure to revolutionize the way we get around. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Photosynthesis-powered Vehicles:** The Co2 Electric Bicycle demonstrates the potential of utilizing photosynthesis in automotive industry, opening up possibilities for other vehicles powered by plants. - **Energy Conversion Innovation:** The Co2 Electric Bicycle's unique use of energy conversion from sunlight and chloroplasts presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in renewable energy technology. - **Revolutionizing Mobility:** By harnessing the power of photosynthesis, the Co2 Electric Bicycle has the ability to revolutionize the way we commute and travel, creating new possibilities for sustainable transportation solutions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** The Co2 Electric Bicycle's photosynthesis-powered technology has the potential to disrupt the traditional automotive industry, paving the way for eco-friendly and sustainable transportation options. - **Renewable Energy:** The energy conversion innovation demonstrated by the Co2 Electric Bicycle suggests opportunities for disruptive advances in renewable energy technology, potentially leading to new ways of harnessing power from natural sources. - **Sustainable Transportation:** The Co2 Electric Bicycle's plant-powered concept presents a disruptive opportunity for the sustainable transportation industry, offering a green alternative for commuting and reducing carbon emissions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solar-Powered Sleek Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-solaris.md) - [Solar-Powered Cargo Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-cargo-bike.md) - [Hydrogen Fuel Cell Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyryd.md) - [No-Plug E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/third-generation-pi-pop.md) - [Solar-Powered eBike Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beambike.md) - [Solar-Powered Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-clipse-2.md) - [Low-Maintenance Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mocci-magic-ride.md) - [Convertible Electric Bike Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gravity-electric-bicycle.md) - [Futuristic Solar-Powered E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stellar-landcraft.md)