Metropolises are centers of extraordinary consumption with a reputation for minimal greenery. What better breed of tree is then sufficiently resilient to root itself in the urban jungle than the Electree City?
Inspired by nature, designer Vivien Muller has created several arboreal objects which play on the concept of photosynthesis combined with solar power technology. Given that the use of solar panels for obtaining energy is quite gentle on the planet, plant imagery is both charming and appropriate.
Magnified in scale compared to his small gadget-charging stations, this project proposes a complete metal tree to be manufactured about 15 feet tall. Each of the smooth and sinuous branches position square plates to face the sky. These leaf-like surfaces are covered entirely by solar cells so that the Electree City can soak up the sun's rays and use them to power public streetlights and the like.
Full-Scale Solar Trees
Electree City Combines Nature and Technology for an Eco Urban Fixture
Trend Themes
1. Green Technology - The trend of combining nature and technology to create eco-friendly urban fixtures like the Electree City.
2. Renewable Energy - The trend of using solar power technology to obtain energy in a gentle and sustainable way.
3. Urban Greenery - The trend of incorporating trees and green spaces into metropolises to improve air quality and aesthetics.
Industry Implications
1. Urban Planning - Opportunity for urban planning companies to integrate solar trees like the Electree City in their designs to create eco-friendly and visually appealing urban spaces.
2. Renewable Energy - Opportunity for renewable energy companies to develop and manufacture solar trees as a sustainable alternative to traditional energy sources.
3. Sustainable Design - Opportunity for sustainable design firms to create innovative and functional metal trees that incorporate solar power technology for various applications.