# Blinking Controlled Lamps The Energy Saving Light Shuts off When One Closes Their Eyes By Harris Jay Rosenberg Alterman | Published 2012-04-21 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/energy-saving-light References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2012/04/blink-powered-light.html) & [instructables](http://www.instructables.com/id/Energy-Saving-Light/?ALLSTEPS) The 'Energy Saving Light' by Randy Sarafan is an [eco-focused device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-3) that turns off a lamp when a person closes their eyes to blink. Sarafan invented this device in honor of Earth Day and in an effort to reduce his [personal energy use](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iggy-lamp) and carbon footprint. The gadget works by attaching electrodes to one's face then plugging those into the machine. This device can be made by anyone who is a little tech-savvy and there are instructions on how to build it on Sarafan's 'Instructables' post which is linked below. Sarafan hopes that his invention can be used in televisions, computers, and electric cars in the future to further [reduce wasted energy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resonance-lamp). He even mentions that he is "confident that future generations will thank [him] for this innovation." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Blink-activated Devices:** Opportunity to create more energy-efficient devices that are activated by specific human actions. - **DIY Eco Gadgets:** Opportunity to create more guides on how to build eco-friendly gadgets. - **Biofeedback Technology:** Opportunity to develop more devices that use biofeedback to control technology and promote sustainable behavior. ### Where This Applies - **Home Automation:** Opportunity to integrate blink-activated devices into home automation systems. - **Electronics Manufacturing:** Opportunity to create eco-friendly tech manufacturing processes. - **Health and Wellness Technology:** Opportunity to incorporate biofeedback technology into health and wellness devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Energy-Saving Minimalist Desktop Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-desktop-lamp.md) - [Minimal Wake-Aware Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wake-sleep-light.md) - [Sustainable Light Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geolectric-lantern.md) - [Stress Reduction Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunnest-table-lamp.md) - [Sleep-Aiding Lava Lamp Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epy.md) - [Space-Saving Desk Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacesaving-desk-lamp.md) - [Storage-Friendly Task Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storage-lamp.md) - [Sensory Relaxation Smart Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/idiya-smart-lamp.md) - [Sunlight-Mimicking Panelled Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunne-lamp.md)