# Waste-Reducing Computers Clear by Wataru Watanabe By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-05-18 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-computer-concepts-wataru-watanabes-clear References: [ecofriend.org](http://www.ecofriend.org/entry/avant-garde-tablet-styled-computer-keeps-e-waste-at-bay/) & [wataru-watanabe.net](http://www.wataru-watanabe.net/) Electronic waste, like computers being thrown out to be replaced by new ones every 3 or 4 years, is a very ubiquitous and recurrent phenomenon in modernized societies. We all have or have had electronic equipment that has become obsolete and/or has reached the end of its useful life for whatever reason. Designer **[Wataru Watanabe](http://www.wataru-watanabe.net)** feels that he has found a solution to this global dilemma as far as computers are concerned. His *Clear* PC concept is designed to increase the life span of mobile computers and improve their sustainability by fitting them with a smart upgrading system and an OLED display screen and stylus input that will minimize the need for peripherals. Great concept to keep waste at bay. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Computing:** Opportunity to develop eco-friendly computer systems with longer lifespan and reduced waste. - **Smart Upgrading Systems:** Potential for creating smart upgrading systems that extend the life of electronic devices and reduce electronic waste. - **Peripheral Reduction:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to minimize the need for peripheral devices by incorporating built-in features in electronic devices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Technology:** Technology sector can capitalize on developing sustainable computing solutions and smart upgrading systems. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics industry can leverage the trend of peripheral reduction by incorporating built-in features in electronic devices. - **Environmental Services:** Environmental services industry can benefit from initiatives and solutions that reduce electronic waste and promote sustainability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Water-Soluble E-Waste Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquafade.md) - [Paper-Made Dissolvable E-Waste](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pape.md) - [Elegant Working Desk Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindset-builtin-computer-desk.md) - [Tool-less Repairable Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-luna.md) - [Transparency-Focused Laptop Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-book-1-concept.md) - [Electronic Packaging-Made Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edgar-stool.md) - [Minimalist Gradient Glass Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-desk.md) - [Sleekly Conceptualized All-in-One PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ws1-workstation.md) - [Ecologically Conscious Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-laptop.md)