# Nintendo Wii Goes Solar By Trend Spotter | Published 2007-03-21 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-wii-goes-solar References: [digg](http://digg.com/mods/A_solar_powered_Wii_Yes_a_solar_powered_Wii) & [nintendowiifanboy](http://www.nintendowiifanboy.com/2007/03/20/a-solar-powered-wii-yes-a-solar-powered-wii/) A unique experiment allowed two gamers-gone-enviromentalists to harness the sun's rays to power a [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genki-energy-pack) Wii. Solar panels were installed to collect energy and the Wii, a television and two speakers were able to operate for up to 8 hours at a time. **Implications** - On average, the components of a full Nintendo Wii experience require about 45 watts to function normally. Thus, a solar Nintendo Wii in direct sunlight will gain up to 8 hours of game time. This is sure to catch the attention of eco-conscious consumers, which are growing in numbers daily. Ultimately, the solar Nintendo Wii is an example of a truly modern approach to technology and gaming. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Solar Gaming:** The merging of solar power and gaming technology provides a disruptive innovation opportunity for the gaming industry to market eco-friendly options. - **Eco-friendly Gaming:** The rise of eco-conscious consumers creates a trend towards eco-friendly gaming options. - **Sustainable Energy:** The use of solar panels to power electronics demonstrates the potential for sustainable energy sources to disrupt traditional power sources. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can capitalize on the trend towards eco-friendliness by offering gaming consoles that operate on sustainable energy sources, such as solar power. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry can take advantage of the growing trend towards eco-friendliness by developing more efficient and affordable solar panel technology that can power electronics, such as gaming consoles. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can participate in the eco-conscious trend by developing electronics that are compatible with sustainable energy sources, such as solar panels. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Radio Wave-Powered Remotes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-eco-remote.md) - [Folding Solar-Equipped Camping Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoeshiner-solar-table.md) - [Heavy Duty Handheld Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gba-sp.md) - [Roof-Mounted EV Charging Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-sun.md) - [Balcony-Ready Solar Power Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoflow-powerstream.md) - [Solar-Powered Oral Care Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quip-solar-battery-charger.md) - [Off-Grid Solar-Powered Saunas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermasol.md) - [Sunlight-Mimicking Panelled Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunne-lamp.md) - [Solar Powered Wireless Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malibu-speaker.md)