# Thirsty Eco Computers The Plantbook Laptop Fuels Up on Natural Resources By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-07-14 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbook-laptop References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/07/14/oxygenated-notebook/) Computers are notorious for being [electricity eaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hannspree-ecovision-paper-display), but the Plantbook Laptop concept aims to change that. This utterly irresistible design bridges the gap between artificial and organic matter in a way that few could ever have dreamed of. Believe it or not, this cutting-edge notebook feeds on the food of trees. When the power is low, the [long tubular battery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-battery) can literally be placed in a glass of water, drinking in the H2O and experiencing a sort of photosynthesis. Like a leaf, the fuel cell soaks up the sun's rays through [integrated solar panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slim-solar), harnessing this energy to generate electrolysis with the clear liquid and discharging oxygen. Ingeniously conceived by Hyerim Kim and Seunggi Baek, the Plantbook Laptop actually improves its surrounding environment. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Technology:** The rise of eco-friendly technology presents opportunities for businesses to develop innovative products that reduce energy consumption and utilize natural resources. - **Renewable Energy Integration:** The integration of renewable energy sources into everyday devices, such as laptops, opens up possibilities for creating sustainable and self-sufficient technology. - **Bio-inspired Design:** Bio-inspired design, like the Plantbook Laptop, offers businesses the chance to create products that mimic nature and utilize biological processes for functionality. ### Where This Applies - **Technology:** The technology industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by developing eco-friendly devices that harness renewable energy and reduce environmental impact. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry can collaborate with technology companies to integrate renewable energy solutions into various devices, enhancing their sustainability. - **Design:** The design industry can embrace bio-inspired design principles to create products that not only function effectively but also have a positive impact on the environment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Laptop Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dell-concept-luna.md) - [Eco-Friendly Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/14-inch-eco-edition.md) - [Water-Powered Planter Smart Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planto.md) - [Environmentally Conscious Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-aspire-vero-15.md) - [Transparency-Focused Laptop Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-book-1-concept.md) - [Environmentally Friendly Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-chromebook-vero-514.md) - [Nature-Inspired Design Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-2.md) - [Recycled Material Laptop Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-lenovo-thinkpad.md) - [Glowing Organic-Waste Sustainable Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lanova-terra.md)