24/08/2017
The Energy Tree has grown out of a shared commitment to hands-on learning, the need to reduce energy consumption and to equal access to clean energy for all. It was planted as part of Bristol’s European Green Capital 2015 celebrations.
The leaves are solar panels hand-built by individuals working with the Bristol Drugs Project (BDP) to recover from drug and alcohol abuse. BDP aims to reduce harm, help people work towards their goals and make a positive contribution to society. The 36 panels took eight months to finish, with participants gaining practical skills and confidence throughout the series of workshops.
http://www.bdp.org.uk/
Demand Energy Equality (DEE) ran the workshops. They are a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing awareness of energy issues, reducing energy demand and working with others to ensure equality of access to energy. DEE has been responsible for the overall leadership of the Energy Tree project.
http://www.demandenergyequality.org/
The Energy Tree structure was conceived and made in Bristol by the designer and sculptor John Packer whose work focuses on combining sustainability, engineering, and material properties, inspired by natural forms and processes.
http://johnpacker.com/
At-Bristol is hosting the Energy Tree as part of their commitment to sustainability. The world-class Science Centre inspires others with a fun, interactive learning experiences. They have reduced their own energy use through a range of innovative measures and they work to engage and educate the public in this important area.
http://bristolgreencapital.org/
The Energy Tree has grown out of a shared commitment to hands-on learning, the need to reduce energy consumption and to equal access to clean energy for all....