# Solar Batteries SunCat C-cell Batteries by Knut Karlsen Nix Need For Power Outlets Altogether By Bianca | Published 2009-02-21 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-batteries-suncat-c-cell References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/19028/) & [blog.bareknut.no](http://blog.bareknut.no/2009/02/rechargeable-batteries-with-solar-cells.html) I thought [USB batteries](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usb-rechargeable-batteries) were cutting edge, but these solar batteries certainly dominate in this power battle. The innovative green-charging option lets you juice up your batteries simply by exposing them to sunlight -- that's it; no electrical sockets, ever. Knut Karlsen dubbed his solar gems, which are covered in [flexible photovoltaic panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-800-selfcharging-bluetooth-keyboard), SunCat C-cells. It seems like just yesterday [rechargeable batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/regenbox-1) were all the rage; everyone had those big bulky boxes plugged into the wall, sucking out un-eco electricity to rejuice the household's supply of AAs. These solar batteries will once again revolutionize the way we power up our electronics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 46% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Solar Batteries:** Solar batteries are revolutionizing power supply through the use of photovoltaic panels and can create a disruptive innovation in energy storage technologies. - **Green Charging Options:** Green charging options like solar batteries can disrupt traditional electricity consumption patterns and encourage consumers to invest in green technologies. - **Wireless Charging Solutions:** Solar batteries are paving the way for wireless charging technologies and can create opportunities for businesses to invest in the development of wireless charging solutions. ### Where This Applies - **Renewable Energy:** Solar batteries fall under the umbrella of renewable energy and can disrupt traditional power supply methods through the use of photovoltaic panels. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics industries can benefit from the disruptive innovation opportunities presented by solar batteries and green charging options to create eco-friendly and sustainable devices. - **Smart Home Technologies:** The rise of solar batteries and green charging options can be integrated into smart home technologies, creating opportunities for businesses to invest in the development of solar-powered smart devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heatwave-Resistant Alkaline Batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-electric-power.md) - [Solar-Powered Oral Care Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quip-solar-battery-charger.md) - [Solar-Powered Remote Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omni-remotes-model-p.md) - [Solar-Powered Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slim-solar.md) - [Automotive Battery Breakthroughs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catl-c-battery.md) - [Modular Solar Battery Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solix-home.md) - [Advanced Sustainable Energy Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-energy-solutions.md) - [Balcony Solar Power Batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackery-navi-2000.md) - [Ultra-High Capacity AA Batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrahigh-capacity-aa-battery.md)