# Compact Compostable Water Bottles The 'Drop' Bottle by Hans Ramzan Encourages Continuous Hydration By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-11-27 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-bottle References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/drop-a-compact-eco-friendly-water-bottle-can-decompose-in-one-month/) & [hansramzan](https://www.hansramzan.com/portfolio/drop.php) The 'Drop' bottle has been developed by Britain-based product designer Hans Ramzan as a [compact hydration vessel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/okapa) that aims to change perceptions surrounding [portable water containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/togo-bottle). The bottle is crafted using PLA and features a cork stopper on the top, which enables the container to [break down in just one month](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holy-carp-packaging) after use to ensure it doesn't linger in the environment like traditional plastic alternatives. The 'Drop' bottle features a very small design that forces the user to continuously fill it up after it has been emptied instead of featuring a large capacity. It is hoped this could help to decrease the occurrence of dehydration, which is reported to affect a large percentage of people in the west as well as those in developing nations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Compact Hydration Vessels:** There is an opportunity for developing more compact hydration vessels that encourage continuous water consumption. - **Compostable Packaging Materials:** Developing compostable materials like PLA for packaging can reduce the environmental impact of traditional plastic alternatives. - **Addressing Dehydration:** Innovative solutions to address dehydration can have a positive impact on people's health in both developed and developing countries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Product Design:** The product design industry can explore opportunities to develop compact hydration vessels that prioritize sustainability and continuous water consumption. - **Packaging:** The packaging industry can innovate by adopting compostable materials like PLA, reducing the environmental impact of single-use plastic bottles. - **Healthcare:** Healthcare industries can develop innovative solutions and campaigns to address dehydration, improving overall public health. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lightweight Sports Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sports-bottle.md) - [Space-Saving Hydration Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-water-bottles.md) - [Motivational Hydration Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disruptive-drinkware.md) - [Eco-Friendly Bamboo Water Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-water-bottle.md) - [Twisting Collapsible Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elio.md) - [Low-Cost Water Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edrop-water-purifier.md) - [Refillable Smart Supplement Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desert-harvest.md) - [Cleaning-Friendly Water Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breakbottle-water-bottle.md) - [Shatter-Resistant Glass Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onlywater.md)