# Real Stick USBs OOM's Wooden Memory Sticks Promote Green Geeking (UPDATE) By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-05-18 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ooms-wooden-memory-sticks-eco-friendly References: [elbowroomdesign](http://www.elbowroomdesign.com/musings/62/stick-it-to-your-computer/) & [oooms.nl](http://www.oooms.nl/wooden-usb-stick/) These cute, little devices give “memory sticks” a literal meaning. Because they are made from actual wood, they promote an eco-friendly manner. Created by OOMS, a [furniture and interior design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ofiistory-desk-supplies) company in the Netherlands, these [wooden memory sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandisk-crayola-usbc) are sure to give your technology a unique and natural flavour. Who wouldn't want professionally handmade USB memory sticks that stand out in the office? **Implications** - More [eco-friendly products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-bags-for-essentials) are on a rise with consumer's taking a liking to mother nature. This on-going phenomenon has inspired designers to use concepts that provide a natural aesthetic to their products as a response to the demand for "green" products. Not only do brands play their part in being environmentally friendly, but they also bring nature closer to the eco-conscious consumer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: 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 - **Eco-friendly Products:** Creating more eco-friendly products in response to consumer demand for environmentally friendly options. - **Natural Aesthetic:** Using concepts that provide a natural aesthetic to products as a response to the demand for 'green' products. - **Bringing Nature Closer:** Brands bringing nature closer to the eco-conscious consumer through their environmentally friendly products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture and Interior Design:** Opportunity for furniture and interior design companies to incorporate eco-friendly materials and natural aesthetics into their product offerings. - **Technology:** Opportunity for technology companies to develop eco-friendly options and natural aesthetic designs for their products. - **Consumer Goods:** Opportunity for consumer goods companies to cater to the demand for eco-friendly products and natural aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Icon-Shaped USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folderdrive.md) - [Object-Resembling USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandisk-1.md) - [Christmas-Themed USB Keys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/psb-xmas-tree.md) - [Biodegradable Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-drive1.md) - [Sustainable Premium Wooden Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakywood.md) - [Story-Driven Souvenirs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Memory-Vault.md) - [Textural Timber-Made Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hacoa-full-kiboard-wireless.md) - [Wooden Magnetic Desktop Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakywood-oakyblocks-magnetic-modules.md) - [Eco-Friendly Hardwood Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardwood-accessories.md)