# Solar LED Screens Megatex Develops the World's First LED Screen with Built-In Solar Panels By manzil | Published 2011-01-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megatex References: [ecofriend.org](http://www.ecofriend.org/entry/megatex-s-new-led-screen-features-a-built-in-solar-panel/) & [openpr](http://www.openpr.com/news/158121/Megatex-develops-the-world-s-first-LED-screen-with-built-in-solar-panel.html) The Bulgarian company Megatex has developed the world's first LED screen with built-in [solar panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michael-jantzen-2). The LED screen is a breakthrough invention that combines renewable energy and LED technology. Specially designed for [open-air applications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-tv-series), the solar LED screen features a 5kw solar panel that powers the screen. According to the company, this Solar LED Screen can also be used in concerts, installed in stadiums and even act as billboards. **Implications** - The green movement has manifested in an array of domains, from electronics to fashion. Consumers that value the environment prize waste reduction and efficient design planning. Companies ought to infuse a green strategy into the core of their business model in order to appeal to this large demographic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 64% | 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) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Renewable Energy Integration:** Opportunity to develop innovative products that combine renewable energy sources with existing technologies. - **Outdoor LED Displays:** Opportunity to create LED screens specifically designed for outdoor applications such as concerts and stadiums. - **Sustainable Advertising:** Opportunity to create eco-friendly billboards by integrating solar panels with advertising screens. ### Who This Affects Most - **Electronics Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunities to develop and produce LED screens with built-in solar panels. - **Renewable Energy:** Opportunity to integrate solar panel technology into various products, such as LED screens. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Opportunity to revolutionize outdoor advertising by incorporating renewable energy sources like solar panels with LED screens. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flexible Solar Film Energy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heliafilm.md) - [Sunlight-Mimicking Panelled Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunne-lamp.md) - [Groundbreaking LED Panel Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/led-panel-technology.md) - [Colored Glass Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beautiful-solar-panels.md) - [Origami-Inspired Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sego-innovations.md) - [Beer-Cooling Billboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heineken-billboard.md) - [Foldable Outdoor TVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c-seed.md) - [Transparent Television Screens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-microled-display.md) - [Solar Energy-Capturing Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackery-lighttentair.md)