# Fiber Battery Packaging Storey Battery Packaging is a Plastic-Free Packaging System By Amy Duong | Published 2026-07-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storey-battery References: [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/propellerdesignab/)  Storey Battery packaging is a plastic-free packaging system designed by Propeller Design for Sunology's residential energy storage unit. Developed to protect the 30.5-kilogram battery during shipping, the solution replaces conventional foam and plastic components with a [fully fiber-based construction](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fibre-chassis-packaging) using honeycomb board, paperboard corner reinforcements, and paper straps. The packaging complements the battery's minimalist industrial design while supporting [recyclable materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-packaging) throughout the shipping system. The structural honeycomb board distributes weight to protect the battery during transport, while paper straps secure the unit and incorporate reusable elements, including a tagged cable strap. Designed to deliver a premium unboxing experience without plastic, the packaging demonstrates how [fiber-based materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiberbased-packaging) can meet the structural demands of large consumer products. The Storey Battery, which received the BIG SEE Grand Prix 2026 Design Award, extends its sustainability-focused approach from the product itself to its protective packaging. Image Credit: Propeller Design ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 85% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Plastic-free Heavy Packaging:** Fiber-based structures for high-weight products reveal new possibilities for replacing foam and plastic in durable shipping systems. - **Sustainable Unboxing Design:** Premium packaging experiences built around recyclable materials create differentiation for brands balancing aesthetics, protection, and environmental goals. - **Reusable Paper Components:** Integrated paper straps and tagged reusable elements point to circular packaging models that extend material value beyond delivery. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Energy Storage:** Residential battery makers can strengthen sustainability positioning by aligning protective packaging with clean energy product values. - **Packaging Design:** Design studios have growing opportunities to engineer fiber systems that meet industrial performance standards without relying on plastics. - **Consumer Electronics:** Large-format device manufacturers may adopt paper-based protection to reduce waste while preserving premium presentation and transit safety. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gothic Pearl Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chrome-mikimoto.md) - [Robotic Mobility Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam.md) - [Bright Peach Blossom Timepiece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sbga529.md) - [Algae-Powered Biocells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biophotovoltaic.md) - [Soothing Bug Bite Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superband.md) - [Bold Desert Boat Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timberland-5.md) - [Dynamic Electric Grand Tourers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/range-rover-gt.md) - [CNC Steel Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ognm301.md) - [Lantern-Inspired Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-lantern-candle.md)