# Eco-Friendly Van Conversions This Converted Ram Promaster Has a Roof-Mounted Solar Array By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2018-05-14 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/van-conversion References: [curbed](https://www.curbed.com/2018/5/11/17343768/camper-for-sale-vanlife-conversion-van) & [ogavans](https://www.ogavans.com/) A Maryland-based company by the name of Off Grid Adventure Vans has unveiled a brilliant new van conversion that comprises of a venerable Ram Promaster being turned into a veritable home on wheels for up to two adventurers. What's more, this van conversion also includes an array of eco-friendly features. For example, the van comes with a [roof-mounted solar array](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eo-canopy) that offers up to 200 watts of energy, while the motor home's electricity needs can be taken care of with the optional inclusion of lithium batteries. Not only does van conversion offer [eco-friendly adventuring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hymer-grand-canyon-s-xperience) but also gorgeous aesthetics, with the most notable feature being the rich use of wood on the walls and floor, which makes the van look so cozy you'll forget that it isn't a conventional home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Van Conversions:** Opportunity for companies to create innovative van conversions that prioritize eco-friendly features such as solar arrays and lithium batteries. - **Roof-mounted Solar Arrays:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the solar energy industry by creating efficient and aesthetically pleasing roof-mounted solar arrays for van conversions. - **Wood Interior Design in Vans:** Innovation opportunity for companies to design van interiors using wood materials for a cozy and comfortable aesthetic. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive Industry:** Opportunity for automakers to incorporate eco-friendly features in van conversions, such as solar arrays and lithium batteries, to meet the demand for sustainable transportation. - **Renewable Energy Industry:** Disruptive innovation potential in the renewable energy sector by developing efficient and attractive roof-mounted solar arrays for various applications including van conversions. - **Interior Design Industry:** Opportunity for interior design firms to specialize in creating comfortable and visually appealing wood-based interiors for van conversions or tiny homes on wheels. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Supercharged Off-Grid Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offgrid-camper-van.md) - [Transforming Off-Grid Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanspeed-evergreen-dream-2.md) - [Accessible Off-Grid Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/procamp-camper-van.md) - [All-Electric Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winnebago-erv2.md) - [Capacious Pop-Top Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poptop-campervan.md) - [Duplex-Style Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alphavan-off-grid-4x4.md) - [Ruggedized Retro Van Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-e350-camper-van.md) - [Off-Grid Exploration Camper EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tonke-eqv.md) - [All-Electric Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winnebago-erv.md)