# Charitable Solar-Powered Lamps Luci by MPOWERD Addresses Energy Poverty in Developing Countries By Meghan Young | Published 2013-02-15 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luci-by-mpowerd References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/design/luci.php) & [indiegogo](http://www.indiegogo.com/mpowerd) Living in societies where technology is taken for granted, it is easy to forget that there are people living in energy poverty, but Luci by [MPOWERD](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mpowerd-luci-beam), a design firm based in New York City, hopes to help. At least, it hopes to light the way. It is a [solar-powered lamp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sula) that is strong enough to light up an entire room for eight to 12 hours when fully charged. Currently vying for funding on Indiegogo, with every 'purchase' of Luci by MPOWERD, people will be able to supply a family in a developing country with safe, sustainable light. Waterproof and collapsible, it will replace typical [kerosene lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fire-for-life) that produce an open flame and toxic fumes that is very dangerous in the household. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: South America, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Energy Poverty Solutions:** Luci by MPOWERD addresses energy poverty in developing countries with its solar-powered lamp. - **Sustainable Lighting:** The use of solar-powered lamps like Luci by MPOWERD provides a safe and sustainable alternative to kerosene lamps. - **Crowdfunding for Social Impact:** The campaign on Indiegogo allows people to support the distribution of Luci by MPOWERD lamps to families in developing countries. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Design and Manufacturing:** Companies in the design and manufacturing industry can explore opportunities to create affordable and sustainable lighting solutions for energy-poor communities. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy sector can leverage solar-powered technology like Luci by MPOWERD to address energy poverty and create positive social impact. - **Social Impact Organizations:** Non-profit organizations and NGOs can collaborate with companies like MPOWERD to distribute solar-powered lamps and tackle energy poverty in developing countries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Solar Portable Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iggy-lamp.md) - [Portable Solar-Powered Light](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megapuff.md) - [Wireless Solar-Powered Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-lights.md) - [Transforming Headlamp Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mpowerd-luci-beam.md) - [Sustainable Light Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geolectric-lantern.md) - [Alternative Energy Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sammanlnkad-collection.md) - [Origami-Inspired Cubic Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megapuff-lamp.md) - [Campsite Illumination Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luci-solar-site-lights.md) - [Saltwater-Powered Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/litepulse-ecolantern.md)