# Green USB Drives The INF Recycled Newspaper Memory Stick By Cecilia Biemann | Published 2008-09-20 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-newspaper-usb-drive-green-gadget-design References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2008/09/19/recycle-usb-flash-drive-is-bland-eco-friendly/) & [translate.google](http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http://www.inf.se/produktinfo.php?id=456&idb=0&kat=9&sl=sv&tl=en&hl=en&ie=UTF-8) This gadget is designed for the environmentally conscious: the exterior casing of the INF USB drive is made out of 100% [recycled newspapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tray210). This USB drive is probably best suited to those who value function over form, because this one is a little boring to look at. What you see is what you get, there are no other color choices. The INF Recycled Newspaper USB drive is offered in [storage capacities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-compact-ssd) that range from 512MB-16GB. **Implications** - With so many different harmful elements emerging in society, consumers are looking for products that will protect the planet. Items that promote a [sustainable lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fairphone-1) appeal to shoppers who want to live greener. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Gadgets:** There is an increasing demand for tech products that align with consumers' sustainability values, creating an opportunity for companies to innovate with recycled materials. - **Green Marketing:** Marketing efforts that emphasize the eco-friendliness of a product can attract consumers who prioritize sustainability and environmental protection. - **Minimalist Design:** As consumers become more environmentally conscious, there may be a shift towards simplistic and functional design over flashy aesthetics. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Technology:** The tech industry has an opportunity to lead in sustainable innovation by developing eco-friendly products. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Companies can capitalize on the trend of green marketing by emphasizing the sustainable qualities of their products and services. - **Manufacturing:** As more consumers demand eco-friendly products, manufacturers can incorporate recycled and sustainable materials into their production processes to meet rising demand. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Object-Resembling USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandisk-1.md) - [Playful Crayon USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandisk-crayola-usbc.md) - [Biodegradable Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-drive1.md) - [Sustainable Productive Portable Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-2.md) - [Bird-Shaped USB Flash Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinge.md) - [Ruggedly Encrypted USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encrypted-usb-drive.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-trek-discovery-flash-drives.md) - [Charming Retro Storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floppy-disk-inspired-sd-card.md) - [Record-Setting Compact Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extreme-fit-usb-c.md)