Angela Lowe — June 28, 2006 — Eco
References: gizmodo
This is an interesting way to demonstrate the effects of global warming. When you pour a hot liquid into the mug , Florida disappears, half of the eastern seaboard is underwater and shorelines recede all over the world. I'm not sure though that this $10.95 mug will solve global warming.
Implications - The rise of environmentalism has caused consumers to think more insightfully about how their personal consumption affects the rest of the world. Product designers are capitalizing on this phenomenon by creating items that reflect global warming, climate change and other pervasive environmental issues. Companies can take advantage of this opportunity by infusing interactive elements into everyday consumer products.
Implications - The rise of environmentalism has caused consumers to think more insightfully about how their personal consumption affects the rest of the world. Product designers are capitalizing on this phenomenon by creating items that reflect global warming, climate change and other pervasive environmental issues. Companies can take advantage of this opportunity by infusing interactive elements into everyday consumer products.
Trend Themes
1. Environmental Awareness Products - Designers are creating items that reflect global warming and other environmental issues, presenting an opportunity for companies to infuse interactive elements into everyday consumer products.
2. Climate Change Demonstrations - The rise of environmentalism has led to the development of products like the Global Warming Mug, which visually demonstrates the effects of global warming and climate change.
3. Consumer Consciousness - Consumers are becoming more insightful about how their personal consumption impacts the world, opening up opportunities for businesses to address these concerns through their products.
Industry Implications
1. Product Design - Designers can explore the creation of products that raise awareness about global warming and climate change.
2. Environmental Technology - The development of interactive and educational products like the Global Warming Mug showcases the potential for innovative solutions in the environmental technology industry.
3. Consumer Goods - Companies in the consumer goods sector can incorporate interactive elements in their products to appeal to an environmentally conscious consumer base.
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