# Solar WiFi Street Poles The 'Totem' Street Poles Provide EV Charging, Smart Lighting and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-11-20 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/street-pole References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/totem-smart-city-platform/46461/) & [totempower.net](http://www.totempower.net/) The need for more effective technological solutions in public spaces is becoming more apparent, so the 'Totem' street pole is intended to be a powerhouse for civilians. Outfitted with [solar panels on the top portion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sula), the 'Totem' will capture energy from the sun and store it within battery packs inside the unit. This energy can be used to [charge electric vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beambike) or even directed into the grid in order to help when it comes to energy generation within city spaces. The 'Totem' street poles feature WiFi and 4G modules, which could help to provide connectivity for city dwellers or for students on a college campus. Finally, the 'Totem' features [smart lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-lighting-innovations) in order to ensure that the optimal level of illumination will be provided. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 48% | 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) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Renewable Energy Infrastructure:** The integration of solar panels and battery storage in the 'Totem' street poles presents disruptive innovation opportunities in creating sustainable and self-sufficient energy infrastructure for public spaces. - **Smart Connectivity:** The inclusion of WiFi and 4G modules in the 'Totem' street poles opens up possibilities for innovative IoT applications, such as smart city services and seamless connectivity for urban dwellers. - **Intelligent Lighting Systems:** The implementation of smart lighting technology in the 'Totem' street poles allows for energy-efficient and personalized lighting solutions, driving the development of intelligent lighting systems in urban environments. ### Where This Applies - **Renewable Energy:** The 'Totem' street poles create opportunities for renewable energy companies to provide innovative solutions for public infrastructure, integrating solar power and battery technology. - **Telecommunications:** The inclusion of WiFi and 4G modules in the 'Totem' street poles presents advancements in connectivity infrastructure, offering opportunities for telecommunications companies to enhance urban connectivity. - **Lighting and Illumination:** The implementation of smart lighting technology in the 'Totem' street poles drives the demand for intelligent lighting systems, opening up new prospects for lighting and illumination companies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Urban Solar Charging Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perovia.md) - [Street Lamp Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamppost-ev-charger.md) - [Artistic Lamppost EV Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voltpost.md) - [Pole-Mounted EV Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/national-grid.md) - [Grid-Connected Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-electric-pavilion.md) - [Tree-Inspired Solar Panel Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarbotanic-energy-tree.md) - [Sustainable EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/change-wind-corporation.md) - [Intelligent Urban Infrastructure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-urban-infrastructure.md) - [Solar-Powered eBike Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beambike.md)