# Reusable Soda Cans The Eco Can Encourages Healthier Drinks Choices With Same Opening Satisfaction By Meghan Young | Published 2011-03-06 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eco-can References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2011/03/04/reusable-eco-cans/) & [firebox](http://www.firebox.com/product/3097/Eco-Can?aff=512&awc=550_1299245898_b9bc2259d6a8f2079cf25704931817b9) Not only should you stop drinking pop because of all the empty calories you are consuming, you should also stop because the bottles and cans are incredibly unfriendly to the environment; that said, at least you can now [get your fix](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cans-soda) with the Eco Can. Yes, it might not necessarily hold pop (although you can fill it with whatever you want), but it lets you mimic the motion of opening one. Brought to you by Fire Box, the Eco Can is made out of a [biodegradable material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beer-biocup) called PLA and is totally reusable. They are double-wall insulated to keep cold drinks cold and hot drinks hot. The Eco Can is also microwave- and dishwasher-friendly. How can you possibly go wrong with one? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Reusable-packaging:** Exploring the use of biodegradable materials for reusable drink containers, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional soda cans. - **Eco-friendly-consumption:** Encouraging consumers to make healthier drink choices while reducing their environmental impact through the use of reusable beverage containers. - **Convenience-and-sustainability:** Providing convenience and sustainability by offering double-wall insulated, microwave- and dishwasher-friendly reusable cans for both hot and cold drinks. ### Who This Affects Most - **Beverage-manufacturing:** Incorporating reusable packaging solutions can differentiate brands and attract environmentally-conscious consumers in the beverage manufacturing industry. - **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the demand for eco-friendly consumption by offering a variety of reusable drink containers, promoting sustainability as a selling point. - **Food-service:** Restaurants and cafes can enhance their offerings and reduce waste by serving drinks in reusable cans, providing both convenience and environmentally-friendly options for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eco-Friendly Soda Bottle Caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocacola-uk.md) - [Guilt-Free Bubble Tea Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teaspoons-co.md) - [Eco-Conscious Canned Water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wenlock-spring.md) - [Eco Reusable Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anew.md) - [Can-Based Cleaning Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clean-can-starter-kit.md) - [Canned Enhanced Water Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinewater-cans.md) - [Self-Chilling Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cool-can.md) - [Soda Can Revamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/functional-beverage-olipop.md) - [Retro Soda Collab Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-drinkware.md)