# Eco Bus Stops San Francisco Unveils Project for Solar Powered Transit Stations By Rose Nazarali | Published 2009-06-03 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-powered-bus-stops-san-francisco References: [treehugger](http://www.treehugger.com/files/2009/06/san-francisco-installing-solar-powered-wi-fi-ready-bus-stops.php) & [lundbergdesign](http://www.lundbergdesign.com/) San Francisco's mayor Gavin Newsom announced that 1100 new [solar powered bus stops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertically-integrated-smart-transit-system) will be installed by 2013. The red solar panels on top of the bus shelters generate energy for intercoms, [LED lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/school-bus-safety) and wireless routers that will help in making the city WiFi friendly. The bus shelters will have push-button ready information and will be made from 75% recycled materials. **Implications** - When it comes to shifting towards a greener lifestyle, [public transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/higer-new-v) is often a main subject due to the pollution large buses can create. Thus, transit is taking it a step further by integrating solar-powered stations promoting a friendlier image for the eco-conscious commuter. Public transportation systems worldwide should look into this idea as a way to continue serving the eco-conscious consumer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Solar-powered Transit Stations:** Cities are developing solar-powered transit stations to promote eco-friendly public transportation. - **Wifi-enabled Transit Stations:** The integration of solar energy into transit stations is also providing an opportunity to make public transportation more technology-friendly. - **Recycled Transit Station Materials:** As environmentally-friendly initiatives become more sought-after, there is a growing interest in using recycled materials for transit station construction. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Public Transportation:** Public transportation systems can benefit from incorporating solar-powered and technology-friendly transit stations to meet the needs of the eco-conscious consumer. - **Renewable Energy:** The development of solar-powered transit stations presents opportunities for renewable energy companies to provide clean energy solutions for public transportation. - **Construction & Materials:** The use of recycled materials in transit station construction is a growing industry among environmentally-conscious businesses and consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cooling Bus Shelter Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooling-bus-shelter.md) - [Urban Solar Charging Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perovia.md) - [Grid-Connected Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-electric-pavilion.md) - [Eco-Friendly Tourist Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rosie-travel.md) - [Delhi-Based Electric Buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delhi.md) - [Autonomous Interactive Shuttle Buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coach-atoz-shuttle-bus.md) - [Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-coffee-truck.md) - [Solar-Powered Cargo Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-electric-van.md) - [Autonomous Timber Transportation Shuttles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timber-shuttle.md)