# Eco-Friendly Device Docks The Gingko Solar Tree Charges Smartphones in a Sustainable Way By Meghan Young | Published 2015-06-17 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingko-solar-tree References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2015/06/ginkgo-solar-tree-charging-station) & [bitemyapple.co](http://bitemyapple.co/products/ginkgo-solar-tree) The [Gingko](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingko-smart-vase-light) Solar Tree is not the first of its kind, but it's certainly one of the more stylish versions to hit the market. Powered by solar energy, it allows people to [charge their devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perovia) in a eco-friendly way. The Gingko Solar Tree takes it a step further by being made out of sustainable materials including bamboo as well as a rechargeable lithium battery. The design of the Gingko Solar Tree is inspired by the Japanese Ginkgo tree. After receiving enough funding on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-panel-origami-technology), the sustainable dock is now available for pre-order. Sleek and simple overall with a manageable height that will bring to mind small desk lamps, the charger ensures that smartphones and other mobile devices stay juiced up in as convenient a way as possible. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 85% | 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) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Device Docks:** The Gingko Solar Tree is one of the more stylish versions of eco-friendly device docks, providing a sustainable way to charge smartphones. - **Sustainable Materials:** The Gingko Solar Tree is made out of sustainable materials like bamboo, creating opportunities for industries to develop eco-friendly products. - **Solar-powered Charging:** The Gingko Solar Tree is powered by solar energy, indicating a trend towards solar-powered charging for devices and potential for solar industry growth. ### Where This Applies - **Technology:** The technology industry can create disruptive innovations by developing more stylish and eco-friendly device docks inspired by the Gingko Solar Tree. - **Sustainable Manufacturing:** The sustainable manufacturing industry can explore opportunities to produce more products using bamboo and other sustainable materials like the Gingko Solar Tree. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry can capitalize on the trend towards solar-powered charging showcased by the Gingko Solar Tree, leading to potential growth and innovation in solar technology. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Portable Three-in-One Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chargetree-go.md) - [Tree-Inspired Solar Panel Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarbotanic-energy-tree.md) - [Timber Technology Power Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-charging-station.md) - [Relaxing Smartphone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stem-wireless-charger-lamp.md) - [Origami-Inspired Vase Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingko-smart-vase-light.md) - [Display-Equipped Smart Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dino-charger.md) - [Illuminated Tech Dock Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanoleaf-pegboard-desk-dock.md) - [Minimalist Desktop Diffusers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingko-smart-diffuser-lamp.md) - [Solar-Powered Oral Care Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quip-solar-battery-charger.md)