Touted as the wave of the future, Corgi International, in partnership with Horizon Fuel Cell Technologies, has developed the H2Go, a radio controlled toy car powered only by sunlight and water. The car makes use of solar power to extract hydrogen from the water, which the fuel cell then converts to electricity. The car requires no batteries that would eventually make their way to a landfill or incinerator.
The car was recently unveiled at the Nuremberg International Toy Fair where it won the 2008 ToyAward in the Electronics & Technology category. In accepting the award, Michael Cookson, chief executive officer of Corgi International said "We are delighted about the great trust placed in our H2Go. The H2Go is not just a radio-controlled car featuring new technology but also a symbol of the toy industry's impending adjustment to a future powered by clean energy".
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Hydrogen-powered Vehicles
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop hydrogen-powered vehicles for consumer and commercial use, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and minimizing environmental impact.
- Solar-powered Devices
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent solar-powered devices that extract hydrogen from water, eliminating the need for traditional batteries and promoting sustainable energy sources.
- Clean Energy in Toy Industry
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate clean energy solutions, like the H2Go, into the toy industry, supporting a shift towards more eco-friendly options for children's playtime.
Sectors Adopting This
- Automotive
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate hydrogen fuel cell technology into the automotive industry to advance the development of green vehicles and reduce carbon emissions.
- Renewable Energy
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invest in research and development for innovative solar-powered technologies that harness clean energy sources for various applications.
- Toy Manufacturing
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate clean energy solutions into toy manufacturing processes, promoting eco-friendly toys that prioritize sustainability and education.
