# Cork Computer Accessories An Eco-Friendly Little Brown Mouse By Marissa Liu | Published 2010-02-11 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-brown-mouse References: [cea.mblast](http://cea.mblast.com/ws/wfaward/rsp/votenomination.asp?SessionID=3849282) Corky is the little brown mouse that could. It was a finalist in the Greener Gadgets Design Competition and was created by designer Adele Peters. Corky does not use [disposable batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-nova) and gathers kinetic energy from the movements of its [scroll wheel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-mouse). This little brown mouse has a [cork shell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-tk) and is made from 100% recycled plastic components. Using piezoelectric elements Corky can generate energy without much effort. Use this mouse regularly and it will keep on clicking. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Computer Accessories:** The trend for eco-friendly computer accessories continues to grow, leading to opportunities in the sustainable technology market. - **Kinetic Energy Powered Devices:** The development of devices like Corky, which generate power through motion, presents opportunities to harness kinetic energy in other fields. - **Recycled Plastic Components:** As the need for sustainability increases, the trend for using recycled materials in product design creates opportunities for companies to innovate and differentiate their products. ### Where This Applies - **Technology:** The eco-tech market presents opportunities for companies to develop environmentally friendly products, such as Corky, that meet the needs of conscious consumers. - **Renewable Energy:** The development of piezoelectric elements and other kinetic energy technologies creates opportunities for companies in the renewable energy sector to leverage these innovations for power generation. - **Sustainability:** As consumers become more aware of environmental issues, the trend towards using sustainable materials in manufacturing presents opportunities for companies to differentiate themselves and meet consumer demand for ethically produced products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Cork Desk Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korka.md) - [Ergonomic Antimicrobial Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/targus-ergoflip-ecosmart-mouse.md) - [Sustainable Productive Portable Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-2.md) - [Eco Cork Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cork-box.md) - [Pine Cone-Inspired Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treemouse.md) - [Health-Conscious Mouse Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ergo-ergonomic-mouse-concept.md) - [Minimalist Shell-Like Mice](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fabio-verdelli-design-studio.md) - [Naturalistic Workstation Mouse Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grovemade-wool-felt-mouse-pad.md) - [Versatile Cork-Producing Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cork-as-a-material.md)