# Eco-Tour Contraptions The Unconventional Cellist Goes Green While on the Road By Vittoria Natarelli | Published 2010-09-01 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-unconventional-cellist References: [treehugger](http://www.treehugger.com/files/2010/08/cyclist-musician-tour-cello-recycled-solar-powered-electric-assist-bicycle-trailer.php) The Unconventional Cellist is Kristin Rule, a musician who is touring by bicycle. Accompanying her is a [solar-powered, electric-assist trailer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/convoy-c01). The [30-watt solar photovoltaic panel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beambike) on the 'Mechanarchy 'Watt-Bot' trailer stores electrical energy in a pair of 12-volt batteries. These batteries provide up to three hours of electrically assisted riding. The Unconventional Cellist is an unconventional [eco-activist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andiamo-campaign) also. Her choice to tour very green is inspiring! **Implications** - Eco-conscious consumers aren't merely seeking environmentally friendly products, but also services and forms of entertainment that benefit the earth. These green services enable consumers to reflect their positive environmental values to their peers. Companies can consider creating green events or services to cater to green demographics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 4% | 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 - **Green Touring:** The trend of eco-conscious touring through sustainable means of transportation, such as biking, is on the rise. - **Solar-powered Trailers:** The trend of using solar panels to power trailers for eco-conscious touring or nomadic living is growing. - **Green Entertainment:** The trend of eco-friendly forms of entertainment, such as bicycle tours and performances, is gaining popularity. ### Where This Applies - **Eco-tourism:** The eco-tourism industry can benefit from providing sustainable and environmentally friendly touring options for consumers. - **Alternative Transportation:** The alternative transportation industry can benefit from developing and marketing eco-conscious vehicles and trailers for green touring and living. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can benefit from creating more eco-friendly and sustainable forms of entertainment to cater to environmentally conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Self-Sufficient E-Bike Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebike-trailer.md) - [Singer Collaboration Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joyride-collection.md) - [Artist-Envisioned Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artist-collaboration-series.md) - [All-Electric Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bowlus-volterra.md) - [Electric Adventure Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ae1.md) - [Electric Transportation Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-transportation-concept.md) - [DIY Portable Electric Campers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quiet-nerd.md) - [Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-coffee-truck.md) - [Solar-Powered Sleek Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-solaris.md)