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AI Dominates CES, But Green Tech Fights for Space
9 Jan
Summary
- Sustainability exhibitors at CES 2025 saw a modest increase but were overshadowed by AI.
- Innovative green products included personal wind turbines and compostable cellulose batteries.
- Compactors for soft plastics and efficient perovskite solar panels also showed promise.
CES 2025 saw an overwhelming presence of artificial intelligence products, pushing sustainability innovations to the periphery. Although the number of sustainability-focused booths increased slightly, they were often integrated with energy and other categories, making them harder to find.
Despite the AI dominance, several companies presented promising green technologies. These included personal wind turbines capable of charging devices, compostable cellulose batteries free from lithium and PFAS, and soft plastics compactors turning waste into reusable bricks. Additionally, efficient perovskite solar panels designed for indoor light energy capture were showcased.
While many of these sustainable solutions are not yet consumer-ready, focusing instead on manufacturer partnerships, they represent a significant effort to address global environmental challenges. The limited visibility of these green innovations suggests a growing concern about their future prominence at major tech events like CES.
