# Impoverished Illuminating Light Sources The Lightie Looks to Bring Light to Less Fortunate Regions By Michael Baxter | Published 2014-03-07 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lightie References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/michael-suttner-the-lightie-worldwide-darkness-03-05-2014/) & [thelightie](http://thelightie.com/) The Lightie is a small item looking to accomplish a big goal: for people stuck without a reliable light source to have a sustainable source for cheap. The Lightie was made by Michael Suttner and comes in the form of a [small test tube shaped light](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blossi). The top of the Lightie is meant to be screwed into the top of any average pop bottle as well which not only diffuses the light but also makes for a [portable lamp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-lamp) of sorts. The unit is [rechargeable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rechargeable-wireless-lighting) and will provide a minimum of three hours upon full charge if it is being used at its maximum power. If being used at half, that time doubles, making for a powerful source of light. In order to get the most out of the Lightie, users should be charging it during the day and then it will be fully prepared for night time use. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/michael-suttner-the-lightie-worldwide-darkness-03-05-2014/), [thelightie](http://thelightie.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Social Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialbusiness) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Lighting Solutions:** The Lightie demonstrates a disruptive innovation opportunity by providing an affordable and rechargeable light source that can be used as a substitute for traditional electric lighting systems and candles, particularly in less fortunate regions. - **Portable Lighting Devices:** The Lightie represents a disruptive innovation opportunity by providing a small, rechargeable, and portable light source that can be used in a variety of settings, including camping trips and outdoor activities. - **Energy-efficient Illumination:** The Lightie exemplifies a disruptive innovation opportunity by providing an energy-efficient light source that can reduce the need for non-renewable energy sources and increase access to lighting in areas with limited resources. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Renewable Energy:** The Lightie offers a disruptive innovation opportunity in the renewable energy industry by providing an affordable and rechargeable light source that can be used as a substitute for traditional electric lighting systems, particularly in areas with unreliable access to electricity. - **Emergency Preparedness:** The Lightie presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the emergency preparedness industry by offering a small, portable, and rechargeable light source that can be used during power outages and other emergencies. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The Lightie highlights a disruptive innovation opportunity in the outdoor recreation industry by providing a small, portable, and rechargeable light source that can be used during camping trips and other outdoor activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3-in-1 Desk Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biancinoti.md) - [Conical Multifunctional Lamp Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-table-light.md) - [Saltwater-Powered Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/litepulse-ecolantern.md) - [Mood-Setting Adventurous Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guidelight.md) - [Sustainable Light Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geolectric-lantern.md) - [Multipurpose Camping Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camping-lights.md) - [Alternative Energy Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sammanlnkad-collection.md) - [Floating LED Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poof-light.md) - [Intelligent Accessible Light Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamptok-light.md)