# Solar Powered Linux Computer Aleutia E1 Runs on 8 Watts of Power By Going Like Sixty | Published 2007-12-03 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-linux References: [lifehacker](http://lifehacker.com/software/stuff-we-like/tiny-solar-powered-linux-computer-328777.php) Aleutia's 4.5 inch E1 could be a good indicator of the future of computers. It's a [solar-powered Linux](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soleil-mechanical-tkl) and runs on 8 watts of power. It has no moving parts and is totally silent. The optional solar panel will add slightly to the [low $400 price tag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raspberry-pi-500). Even though it has relatively small storage and ram, with computing moving more online and using flash memory, this computer could have lots of applications. **Implications** - With so many harmful elements emerging in modern society, consumers are looking for ways to better protect the planet. Products that feature a more green-friendly element in their method of production are appealing to those who want to live a more sustainable lifestyle. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Solar-powered Computing:** Developing and producing solar-powered computers could offer an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional computing practices. - **Low-power Computing:** Creating computers that consume less energy and have no moving parts could revolutionize the personal computing industry in a number of ways. - **Online and Flash-based Computing:** The rise of online and flash-based computing means that low-cost, low-power computers like the Aleutia E1 could have many potential applications and disrupt the computer industry as we know it. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Green Technology:** Green technology industries could benefit from producing solar-powered computers and other environmentally-friendly alternatives to traditional computing practices. - **Personal Computing:** Manufacturers of personal computers could benefit from the development and production of low-power and energy-efficient devices like the Aleutia E1. - **Online Technology:** The rise of online and cloud-based computing could benefit from the development of low-cost, low-power devices like the Aleutia E1. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Power-Efficient Fanless Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobook-go-12.md) - [Power Consumption-Conscious Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/efficient-computer.md) - [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) - [Fanless Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expertcenter-pn42.md) - [Solar-Powered Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slim-solar.md) - [Powerfully Efficient Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-mini-pc.md) - [Touchscreen-Embedded Desktop PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planetpc-xr2-mini.md) - [Glare-Free E-Paper Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epaper-computer.md)