# Eco-Friendly Bouquet Docks The Sunshine Solar Charger Looks Like a Bunch of Flowers By Meghan Young | Published 2013-04-09 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunshine-solar-charger References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2013/04/08/sunshine-solar-charge-doesnt-looks-so-utilitarian-while-doing-its-job/) & [design-3000](http://www.design-3000.com/en/Solar) The [Sunshine Solar Charger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yellow-sunshine-products) is inspired by nature on a couple of levels. First of all, it looks like a bunch of flowers. Secondly, it harnesses the power of the sun by generating solar energy just like the plants it takes the form of. Of course, this photosynthesis is far from natural, as the [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3in1-travel-charger-with-magsafe) product-like look already suggests. Created by XD Design, a Dutch company, the Sunshine Solar Charger gives similar docks a refreshing update. As though encouraging users to smell the roses, its [five charging panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deepsolar-x20-solar-power-bank) serves more than a practical purpose. Appropriately, the Sunshine Solar Charger is made up of 45% bio-based material derived from plants. Thus, it emits 35% less CO2 emissions compared to similar products made out of plastic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nature-inspired Solar Chargers:** The trend of solar chargers taking design inspiration from nature, such as the Sunshine Solar Charger, opens up opportunities for eco-friendly and aesthetically pleasing charging solutions. - **Bio-based Materials:** The rise of bio-based materials in products like the Sunshine Solar Charger showcases the potential for sustainable alternatives to traditional materials, providing opportunities for the development of eco-friendly products in various industries. - **Reduced CO2 Emissions:** The focus on reducing CO2 emissions in products like the Sunshine Solar Charger highlights the growing trend of environmentally conscious technology solutions, paving the way for innovative eco-friendly products. ### Where This Applies - **Technology:** The technology industry can explore incorporating nature-inspired solar chargers into their product lineup, tapping into the demand for sustainable and aesthetically pleasing charging solutions. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry can leverage bio-based materials and reduced CO2 emissions in products like solar chargers to enhance the sustainability and eco-friendliness of their energy solutions. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can benefit from the integration of bio-based materials and eco-friendly charging solutions like the Sunshine Solar Charger to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers and promote sustainable practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sunlight-Mimicking Panelled Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunne-lamp.md) - [Solar-Powered Oral Care Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quip-solar-battery-charger.md) - [Solar-Powered Charging Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-mars-bot.md) - [Solar-Powered Floral Garden Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-tree-house.md) - [Relaxing Smartphone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stem-wireless-charger-lamp.md) - [Device-Charging Sun Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoflow-power-hat.md) - [Tree-Inspired Solar Panel Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarbotanic-energy-tree.md) - [Sleek Solar-Powered Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbanista-phoenix-earbuds.md) - [Folding Solar Power Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dexpole-solar-power-bank.md)