# Sustainable Sound Systems Vers is a Cubed Bluetooth Audio Accessory Company Made out of Wood By Tiana Reid | Published 2013-01-14 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vers References: [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/123227834/1q-natural-sound-for-your-mobile-life) & [versaudio](http://www.versaudio.com/) On August, 15, 2012, Vers raised funded its [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-portable-sound-system) goal. The start-up had 1,309 backers who pledged $194,682 of the $10,000 goal. Vers commits itself to three values throughout its sleek and sustainable products: " thoughtful design, best-in-class sound quality and a continuous pursuit of environmental sustainability - 'sound sound' for short," as the company writes on its about page. According to Patrick Moore, a co-founder of [Greenpeace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arctic-portal), wood is one of the most renewable materials on earth. Vers also takes in mind what will happen with their products once it breaks. Instead of accepting destiny in a landfill, the products are made to be repaired and then disassembled to be included in a recycling program. Products available include sound systems, earphones, iPad, [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakywood) and iPod cases. **Contact Information** Vers [website](http://www.versaudio.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Social Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialbusiness) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Audio Accessories:** Opportunity to create sound systems, earphones, and other audio accessories made from sustainable materials with a focus on repairability and recyclability. - **Crowdfunded Startups:** Opening up opportunities for startups to gain funding for their eco-friendly initiatives through crowdfunding platforms. - **Circular Economy Business Model:** Opportunity to adopt a circular economy business model, where products are made to be repaired and included in a recycling program, reducing waste and promoting sustainability. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Audio Equipment Manufacturing:** Incorporate sustainable wood and recycled materials in the manufacturing process and utilize a circular economy business model. - **Crowdfunding Platforms:** Support and promote eco-friendly startups that focus on sustainability and repairability. - **Waste Management and Recycling:** Develop a dedicated recycling program for audio accessories and other electronics to reduce waste and promote a circular economy. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wood Driver Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victor-wood-master.md) - [Renewable Material Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-marley-get-together.md) - [Eco‑modular Audio Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mynd-speaker.md) - [Sustainable Speaker Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonos-packaging.md) - [Chic Sustainable Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-olufsen-beosound-a1.md) - [Spatial Sound Speaker Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spatial-speaker.md) - [Sustainable Compact Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beosound-a1-3rd-gen.md) - [Mushroom-Core Audio Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mycoaudio.md) - [Eco-Friendly Bamboo Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/get-together-2.md)