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Surreal Socket Structures

Statoil by Souverein Comments on the Energy Consumed by Buildings

— November 23, 2012 — Eco
Statoil by Souverein is a surreal photo series that has been masterfully retouched to depict buildings made to look like plugs and sockets. Although the images lie in the realm of fantasy, they look authentic, which is a testament to the work of the Weesp, Netherlands-based production company.

Clearly commenting on the energy consumption of certain architectural creations, Statoil by Souverein is as eye-opening as it is artistically captivating. From factories to stadiums, people often take for granted the amount of power it takes to keep them running. Power that is essentially being drained straight from the earth in one form or another, if only due to the toll its effect is taking on the planet.
Trend Themes
1. Energy-efficient Buildings - Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in the development of sustainable and energy-efficient building materials and technologies to reduce energy consumption in architectural creations.
2. Green Energy Solutions - Opportunities for disruptive innovation can be found in the development of renewable energy sources and innovative technologies to power buildings while minimizing environmental impact.
3. Awareness of Energy Consumption - Disruptive innovation opportunities can be explored in creating awareness campaigns and technologies that educate and encourage individuals and businesses to reduce their energy consumption.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Construction - The architecture and construction industry can embrace disruptive innovation by adopting sustainable practices, materials, and technologies to design and construct energy-efficient buildings.
2. Renewable Energy - The renewable energy industry can seize disruptive innovation opportunities by investing in the research and development of green energy solutions to power buildings and reduce dependency on fossil fuels.
3. Environmental Education - The environmental education industry can leverage disruptive innovation to create awareness programs, tools, and technologies that educate individuals and organizations about the importance of reducing energy consumption and adopting sustainable practices.
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