# Resourceful Fuel Cells A Concept to Recycle Phone Batteries is Efficient and Beautiful By Amelia Roblin | Published 2015-05-08 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycle-phone-batteries References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2015/05/05/a-better-extra-battery/) Many consumers and manufacturers are coming to feel the urge to [recycle phone batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oura-ring-4-charging-case), as the smartphone lifespan decreases. Many users upgrade their handsets before the power storage unit has expired, making it quite a waste when these functional components are simply tossed out or set aside. There have been a few clever concepts cropping up lately that take advantage of these pieces of hardware, but this BETTER RE product may be one of the most aesthetically pleasing. Designed by Enlighten, this is an [eco-friendly external battery pack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbonblade) that's made from composite and wood materials and equipped with an affordable [pre-used fuel cell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-fiber-power-banks). Users will love this product for its sleek and minimalist look, and its green functionality. The creation of this device is a direct response to manufacturers and consumers with priorities surrounding resourcefulness, economy and sensitivity towards the environment. The product also enables users to stay powered up when they're off the grid. Bonus! It should no surprise that the BETTER RE won a Red Dot Design Award, a Spark Award and a Samsung Tomorrow Solution Award. More Info: [Enlighten](http://www.enlighten.today/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 74% | 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) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Phone Battery Recycling:** Creating eco-friendly products that utilize recycled phone batteries to promote resourcefulness and sustainability. - **Composite and Wood Materials:** Designing sleek and minimalist products using composite and wood materials as an alternative to traditional manufacturing. - **Affordable Pre-used Fuel Cells:** Integrating affordable pre-used fuel cells into electronic devices to extend their lifespan and reduce waste. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Incorporating phone battery recycling initiatives and eco-friendly design practices into the manufacturing of consumer electronics. - **Renewable Energy:** Exploring the use of recycled phone batteries and pre-used fuel cells in the renewable energy sector to enhance efficiency and sustainability. - **Product Design:** Innovating new product designs using composite and wood materials to create aesthetically pleasing and environmentally friendly products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Multi-charging Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-charger.md) - [Rapid Phone Charging Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swapperys-external-smartphone-battery.md) - [Resurrected Used Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-afterlife.md) - [Sustainable Rechargeable Batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paleblue-usbc-cells.md) - [Minimal Pebble-Like Battery Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battery-pack-2.md) - [Kinetic-Friendly Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/last-resort-power-bank.md) - [Patch-Style Smartphone Power Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battery-pods.md) - [Artful Aluminum Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-1.md) - [Slick Rechargeable Lighters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rechargeable-lighter.md)