# Purifying Personal AC Units The Evapolar 'evaCHILL' is Eco-Friendly and Effective By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-06-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evachill References: [homecrux](https://www.homecrux.com/evapolar-evachill-air-cooler-humidifier-cleaner/125498/) & [us.evapolar](https://us.evapolar.com/pages/evachill.html) The Evapolar 'evaCHILL' is a personal AC unit that aims to help cool down the space around a user without requiring too much power or space to do so. Harnessing the power of [evaporative cooling technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evaporative-humidifier), the unit uses water to help drop the ambient temperature in a space in mere minutes. This also works to humidify the air for a more comfortable feeling, while the unit also works to [purify the air](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-neverchange) with use to further enhance the indoor environment. The Evapolar 'evaCHILL' personal AC unit is priced at $99 and is the winner of the Red Dot Award for 2019. The [portable nature of the appliance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coolify-air) means it can be easily shifted around a living space to cool things down without the need for HVAC systems or fixed window units. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Evaporative Cooling Technology:** Utilizing evaporative cooling technology to provide a more energy-efficient and eco-friendly solution for personal air conditioning. - **Personalized Climate Control:** Developing personalized AC units that allow users to control and adjust the temperature and humidity of their immediate surroundings. - **Air Purification Integration:** Integrating air purification functionality into personal AC units to enhance indoor air quality and provide a healthier environment. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Appliance Manufacturing:** Opportunity for appliance manufacturers to develop and produce innovative personal AC units that incorporate evaporative cooling and air purification technologies. - **Home Improvement Retail:** Opportunity for home improvement retailers to offer a range of portable and eco-friendly personal AC units as an alternative to traditional air conditioning solutions. - **HVAC Systems:** Opportunity for HVAC system manufacturers to explore new designs and technologies that integrate evaporative cooling and air purification features for improved energy efficiency and user comfort. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Powerful Portable Air Conditioners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoflow-wave.md) - [Freestanding Portable AC Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoflow-wave-3.md) - [Compact Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airmega-50.md) - [Crowdfunded Portable Air Conditioners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/penclab.md) - [Chilled Water-Powered AC Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soleus-air.md) - [Wearable Air Conditioners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qoola.md) - [Battery-Powered AC Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enjoycool-link-portable-air-conditioner.md) - [AI-Powered Wearable Air Conditioners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-personal-air-conditioner.md) - [Personal Peltier Effect Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/semiconductor-cooled-portable.md)