# Device-Charging Benches Croatia's 'Solarna E-klupa' Outdoor Bench Charges Mobile Technology By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-08-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-charger References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2015/08/solar-e-bench-croatia-smart-bench-ivan-mrvos-solarna-e-klupa.html) & [croatiaweek](http://www.croatiaweek.com/a-first-in-croatia-a-bench-that-can-charge-mobile-phones-and-provide-street-lighting/) Charge your devices with 'Solarna E-klupa,' Croatia's solar-powered bench and outdoor charger. Its main function is to allow for a convenient, practical refuge for [low-battery devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/low-battery-chair). The Solarna E-Klupa is perfect for a quick break from the indoors or even while waiting for transit. Unlike solar-powered benches in other cities, Solarna E-klupa has many added functions. Firstly it acts as an Internet hotspot for users. Its solar-powered storing capabilities allow for [solar power](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deepsolar-x20-solar-power-bank) to be used for ten days. Solarna E-klupa also lights up at night, adding a bright, modern art dislay to the city of Solin. The project was undertaken by 20-year-old Ivan Mrvoš and his classmates and the entire venture was financed by the Solin Council. The group hopes to make the solar-powered charger a staple across Croatia. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Solar-powered Benches:** The trend of integrating solar-powered benches into public spaces, providing convenient device charging and other added functions like internet hotspots. - **Outdoor Device Charging:** The trend of creating outdoor charging stations for mobile devices, offering convenience and practicality for people on the go. - **Integrated Smart Furniture:** The trend of incorporating technology into everyday furniture pieces, such as benches, to enhance functionality and user experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Urban Planning:** Urban planning industry can explore opportunities to integrate solar-powered benches into public spaces, enhancing the functionality and sustainability of urban environments. - **Smart Furniture Manufacturing:** Manufacturers in the smart furniture industry can seize the opportunity to create and market outdoor benches with built-in device charging capabilities and other smart features. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** The tourism and hospitality industry can benefit from integrating outdoor device charging stations in tourist areas, providing convenience for travelers and enhancing their experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Grid-Connected Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-electric-pavilion.md) - [Rotating Solar Powered Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eness-1.md) - [Rotating Solar-Powered Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-solarpowered-bench-that-spins-ever-so-slowly.md) - [Unwinding Multifunctional Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/better-energy-charge.md) - [Solar-Powered eBike Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beambike.md) - [Solar-Powered Heated Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-solar-seat.md) - [Solar-Powered Charging Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-mars-bot.md) - [Power-Providing Smartphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solove-power-bank.md) - [Energy-Producing Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ya18-stool.md)