# Solar-Powered Umbrellas SOLARBrella and SKYShades Sun Protectors Maximize the Sun's Rays By Allison Love | Published 2010-06-27 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarbrella-and-skyshades References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/31913/) & [solarbrella](http://solarbrella.com/index2.htm) These nifty SOLARBrella and SKYShades sun protectors are perfect for the [eco-conscious sun lover](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bote-hangout-shade). The [solar-collecting umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eo-canopy) contain PowerPlastic panels that harness the suns rays and provide electricity. The SOLARBrella and SKYShades come in a variety of colors. Each umbrella contains four power outlets and [four USB ports](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deepsolar-x20-solar-power-bank) that can power up to four laptops for a consecutive nine hours after the sun goes down for the night. What a great idea for tech-loving beachgoers! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Solar-powered Devices:** The trend of designing electronic devices to run on solar energy creates disruptive innovation opportunities for the consumer electronics industry. - **Eco-friendly Outdoor Equipment:** The trend of designing outdoor equipment with environmental impact in mind creates disruptive innovation opportunities for the outdoor and recreation industry. - **Renewable Energy Solutions:** The trend of developing and implementing renewable energy solutions creates disruptive innovation opportunities for the energy industry. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** The use of solar energy in electronic devices creates opportunities for companies to enter the market with innovative products that cater to the eco-conscious consumer. - **Outdoor and Recreation:** The design of eco-friendly outdoor equipment creates opportunities for companies to differentiate themselves in a crowded market and appeal to customers who prioritize environmental impact. - **Energy:** The development and implementation of renewable energy solutions creates opportunities for companies to capitalize on the growing demand for eco-friendly alternatives to traditional energy sources. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Light-Equipped Outdoor Sun Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/led-starry-night-sun-shade.md) - [Connected Dual Functioning Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hulasol.md) - [Grid-Connected Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-electric-pavilion.md) - [Folding Solar-Equipped Camping Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoeshiner-solar-table.md) - [Device-Charging Sun Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoflow-power-hat.md) - [Marine-Grade Sun Shades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shibumi-shade.md) - [Solar-Powered Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-blanket.md) - [Energy-Harvesting Camper Awnings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xponent-power-xpanse-awning.md) - [Solar Energy-Capturing Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackery-lighttentair.md)