# Furniture-Like Solar Panels The ES 30W Solar Panel Captures Power and Works as a Table By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-01-12 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/es-30w-solar-panel References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/folding-solar-panel-12-01-2023/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/essolartable/es-30w-portable-solar-folding-table)  The ES 30W solar panel is a dual-purpose piece of equipment for campers and outdoor enthusiasts alike to use as a way to [keep their devices powered up](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trail-series), while also offering additional benefits. The unit is outfitted with a series of [solar cells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-solar-tracker) on one side that can capture 30W of power when exposed to the sun's rays and is great for use with a wide range of devices to keep them functioning at all times. The device can be [attached onto a backpack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handsfree-2) or the side of a camping trailer to capture energy, but also works as a table when not in use for charging thanks to a folding design. The ES 30W solar panel is durably designed with a rust-free and scratch-resistant construction. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Dual-purpose Equipment:** Opportunities for developing other dual-purpose equipment that can serve multiple functions to meet the needs of campers and outdoor enthusiasts. - **Eco-friendly Outdoor Products:** Opportunities for creating and marketing more eco-friendly outdoor products that serve a range of purposes while reducing the impact on the environment. - **Portable Charging Solutions:** Opportunities for developing more portable charging solutions that integrate solar cell technology into their design. ### Where This Applies - **Camping and Outdoor Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunities for developing camping and outdoor equipment that incorporate solar panels and other sustainable power sources. - **Renewable Energy:** Opportunities for developing more innovative and easy-to-use renewable energy products that can be used in a wide range of settings. - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunities for developing a wide range of consumer electronic devices that incorporate solar panel technology for charging purposes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Folding Solar-Equipped Camping Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoeshiner-solar-table.md) - [Essential Camping Solar Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/essential-camping-solar-tables.md) - [Collapsible Solar-Powered Energy Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-energy-storage-power-supply.md) - [Folding Solar Power Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dexpole-solar-power-bank.md) - [Energy-Harvesting Camper Awnings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xponent-power-xpanse-awning.md) - [Origami-Inspired Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levante-origami-solar-panel.md) - [Solar Energy Camping Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eo-canopy.md) - [Origami-Inspired Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sego-innovations.md) - [Expandable Solar Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deepsolar-x20-solar-power-bank.md)