# Eco Device-Charging Knapsacks The Numi Solar Panel Backpack Charges Your Devices Out of the House By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-08-10 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-panel-backpack References: [set.travel](https://set.travel/backpack-numi/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/416488366/meet-numi) A growing majority of consumers are carrying smart devices with them throughout their daily routine, so the Numi Solar Panel Backpack is designed to help keep them powered using a sustainable power source. The knapsack works by incorporating a solar panel on the backside and works to collect energy that is then stored in an internal power bank to charge all of your USB-powered devices when you're out of the house. This will come as welcome news to commuters or travelers that want to make the most of their time spent outdoors exploring or going about their daily walk to work. The Numi Solar Panel Backpack also features a water bottle holder, reflectors to benefit walkers and cyclists, and sports a number of other handy features throughout the interior and exterior. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Device Charging:** The trend of using sustainable power sources to charge smart devices is creating opportunities for innovative products like the Numi Solar Panel Backpack. - **Mobile Energy Storage:** The trend of portable power banks integrated into everyday accessories like backpacks is revolutionizing how consumers charge their devices on the go. - **Smart Device Connectivity:** The trend of USB-powered devices has created a demand for convenient and efficient ways to charge devices while outside the home, leading to innovative solutions like the Numi Solar Panel Backpack. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Accessories:** The fashion industry can explore the incorporation of sustainable power sources like solar panels into everyday accessories such as backpacks. - **Outdoor and Adventure:** The outdoor and adventure industry can benefit from the development of backpacks with integrated power banks, as it provides a convenient way for consumers to charge their devices while on the go. - **Electronics:** The electronics industry can explore integrating sustainable power sources like solar panels into their devices or partnering with accessory manufacturers to create innovative charging solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Homeless Support Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-makeshift-traveler-backpack.md) - [Device-Charging Sun Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoflow-power-hat.md) - [Wearable Solar Power Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluetti-handsfree-power-station.md) - [Folding Solar Power Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dexpole-solar-power-bank.md) - [Modular Power Station Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coalax-lancer-300.md) - [Solar-Ready Portable Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-power-266.md) - [Customizable Expansion Traveler Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nectrum-wingpack.md) - [Expandable Solar Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deepsolar-x20-solar-power-bank.md) - [Origami Travel Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-panel-origami-technology.md)