# Water-Chargeable Portable Lanterns The WaterLight Lantern Leverages Ocean Water to Recharge By Elena Rahman | Published 2021-05-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterlight-lantern References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/04/23/this-portable-lanterns-battery-was-designed-to-be-recharged-using-ocean-water/) & [waterlight.co](https://www.waterlight.com.co/) The cost-efficient LED lamp, labeled the WaterLight lantern, uses saltwater to charge its batteries. Designed by Colombian company E-Dina in collaboration with Wunderman Thompson, the [portable lantern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nitecore-nwl30) is designed for those with little access to electricity. Instead of power outlets, the water-activated magnesium battery causes a reaction when it contacts brine. Therefore, it can be charged using ocean water, regular saltwater, or even urine in dire situations. Moreover, the WaterLight lantern is more efficient than a [solar-powered lamp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iggy-lamp) as the energy delivery is immediate once the device is filled with water, unlike solar energy. Made with water-resistant recyclable materials, the WaterLight lantern boasts a [USB port to charge other devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arkeep-halo) and only requires half a letter of saltwater for 45 days of electricity and LED usage. Image Credit: Yanko Design ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Water-charging Technology:** Opportunities exist to develop water-charging technology to replace traditional charging methods in remote areas with limited access to electricity. - **Sustainable and Eco-friendly Lighting:** Eco-friendly lighting solutions that are water-resistant and made from recyclable materials have the potential to disrupt the traditional lighting industry. - **Immediate Energy Delivery:** Immediate energy delivery solutions, like water-charging technology, offer a convenient and cost-efficient alternative to traditional methods for those without regular access to electricity. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor and Camping Equipment:** Outdoor and camping equipment companies can incorporate water-charging technology into their products to offer more eco-friendly and reliable lighting solutions for their customers. - **Emergency Preparedness:** Companies specializing in emergency preparedness can utilize water-charging technology to create practical lighting solutions that are sustainable and available in emergency situations. - **Renewable Energy:** Renewable energy companies can invest in water-charging technology research and development to create a more sustainable and accessible energy solution for communities that lack reliable access to electricity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Saltwater-Powered Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/litepulse-ecolantern.md) - [Power Bank Camping Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/led-camping-lantern.md) - [Sustainable Light Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geolectric-lantern.md) - [Water Purifier Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ladislamp-disinfection.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Camping Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/max-lantern.md) - [Fireplace-Inspired Campsite Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leacco-camping-lantern.md) - [Smartphone-Charging Camper Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lander-boulder-lantern.md) - [Multifunctional Camper Lantern Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caheo-camping-lantern.md) - [Power Bank Camping Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nitecore-lr40-camping-lantern.md)