# Pedal-Powered Purifiers The Cycloclean by Nippon Basic Company is a Revolutionary Water-Cleaner By Jordan M | Published 2011-02-20 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cycloclean-by-nippon-basic-company References: [nipponbasic.ecnet.jp](http://www.nipponbasic.ecnet.jp/ecc.html) The Cycloclean by Nippon Basic Company is a remarkable invention that could change the face of the developing world. The Cycoclean by Nippon Basic Company is a fully functional bicycle fitted with a [kinetic water purification system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-purification-appliance) that uses the energy generated by pedaling to [purify water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-water-filtration-system). The Cycloclean can purify up to 5 liters of water after only a minute of pedaling which is more than the average human drinks in a day. Not too shabby! **Implications** - Nippon Basic Company has said that this incredible invention is not only great for [long distance bike rides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rcyl-bike), but could also be a savior for "remote villages and disaster zones," as well as areas of the world with limited sources of clean drinking water. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Kinetic Water Purification:** Using kinetic energy to purify water has the potential to revolutionize access to clean drinking water in remote areas and disaster zones. - **Bicycle-powered Technologies:** Using bicycles to power various systems opens up opportunities for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions in different industries. - **Clean Water Solutions:** Developing innovative methods for water purification can address the growing need for clean water sources worldwide. ### Where This Applies - **Renewable Energy:** Integrating kinetic energy into renewable energy systems could create new possibilities for powering various applications. - **Disaster Relief:** Applying bicycle-powered purification systems in disaster-prone areas could enhance emergency response and support access to clean water. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The development of bicycle-powered products could attract outdoor enthusiasts who value sustainable and multifunctional equipment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compatibly Compact Water Filters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-water-filter.md) - [Powered Pitcher-Style Water Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piurify-alchemy.md) - [Low-Cost Water Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edrop-water-purifier.md) - [3D-Printed Water Filtration Caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/filter-caps.md) - [Oceanic Pressure Water Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quenchsea-reel.md) - [Adaptable Water Purification Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adaptable-water-purification-system.md) - [Speedy Water Purification Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grayl-ultrapress.md) - [Five-in-One Water Filter Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vitaloop-water-filtration-bottle.md) - [Portable Water Filtration Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-water-filtration-system.md)