Nothing Design's solar trees are solar-powered street lights that have been installed in Angkor Wat, Cambodia. The solar trees provide public lighting and increase night-time safety for residents and visitors.
The concept for Nothing Design's solar trees was realized in partnership with Asiana Airlines and Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA). Because Angkor Wat is a UNESCO World Heritage site, it is popular with tourists. Nighttime lighting has made the area more fun for tourists and increased business income.
Implications - Nothing Design's solar trees caused tourists to explore nearby areas quite a bit more. As a result of this increased exploration, markets started popping and many people have been generating a second income. This is really a great concept with many secondary benefits.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Solar-powered Public Lighting
- The use of solar-powered street lights for public lighting and safety.
- Smart Tourism Lighting
- Developing lighting infrastructure that enhances tourism experiences and safety.
- Renewable Energy Street Lighting
- The shift towards renewable energy sources for public lighting solutions.
Where This Applies
- Renewable Energy
- Renewable energy industries could develop and market innovative solar-powered street lighting solutions.
- Tourism
- Tourism industries can explore smart lighting infrastructure to enhance visitor experiences.
- Urban Infrastructure
- Urban infrastructure industries can use solar-powered street lights to reduce reliance on traditional energy sources and cut operational costs.
