# Ultra Efficient Plugs Sticord Plugs are Handy and Save Energy By manzil | Published 2010-03-23 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sticord-plugs References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/sticord-innovative-plug-offers-energy-efficient-and-convenient-operation/) Dongyeon Kim’s Sticord Plug is an important essential for homes and offices. It is specially designed to save energy and reduce your monthly utilities. This device helps to [stop the flow of electricity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisoutlet-aura) when not in use. The Sticord plug has an [indicator with different colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightbox-power-strip) to let you know if the plug is being used or not. The yellow indicator ensures that electricity is passing through and the blue indicator means that Sticord Plug is on. The Sticord Plug consists two pins that let the electricity flow as needed with a [simple push of a button](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-plug-outlet-extender). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Energy-saving Plugs:** The market for energy-saving plugs is growing as consumers look for products that can help them save on utility costs. - **Smart Home Devices:** Sticord Plugs are part of the trend in the development of smart home devices that are energy-efficient and easy to operate. - **Wireless Power Management:** Wireless power management technology is becoming popular as an alternative to traditional plugs and cords, and Sticord Plugs are an innovative example of this trend. ### Where This Applies - **Home Improvement:** The home improvement industry has an opportunity to offer energy-saving products like Sticord Plugs alongside smart thermostats and other eco-friendly devices. - **Electronics:** The electronics industry can benefit from the trend towards wireless power management with products like Sticord Plugs that make it easy for consumers to reduce energy consumption. - **Sustainability:** Sustainability-focused businesses and industries can leverage products like Sticord Plugs to meet the needs of consumers who are looking for eco-friendly and energy-efficient solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rotating Outlet Power Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oconnect-onestep.md) - [Modular Self-Monitoring Power Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teak-smart-cube.md) - [Power Station Outlet Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anker-powerextend-usbc-plug.md) - [Smart Home Energy Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homey-energy-dongle.md) - [Pencil-Resembling Power Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pencil-multitap.md) - [Design-Conscious Power Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-strip-concept.md) - [Modular Power Strip Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nodes.md) - [Accessible Power Cord Attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipull.md) - [Real-Time Power-Tracking Outlets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelly-plug-gen4.md)