I’m always intrigued at what Google is doing on the energy front – and “green” front as a whole. I really don’t care if there is a future ulterior motive – it all seems to be for the good. Like working on PV technology to try to being renewable energy below the cost of coal. Here’s a video from CNN – I hate the way their stuff embeds, but enjoy it none-the-less.
More pics here from Street Attack.
These phat benches have electrical outlets for charging and offer free WIFI. Not a bad little promotion. Maybe I’ll check it out when it hits Chicago…
Prius Solar Tour.Prius Solar Flowers.
Prius Solar Flowers are touring the U.S.! These large flower sculptures are flanked with solar panels and provide visitors with free Wi-Fi service and charging stations for laptops and cell phones. It’s all powered with help from the sun, like the Solar Roof in the 3rd generation Prius.
Prius Solar Bus Shelters.
3rd generation Prius technology is popping up in bus shelters across the country! Select public bus shelters have been retrofitted with solar panels and fans that circulate air within the shelter. This cooling experience was designed to mirror the Solar Powered Ventilation System found in the 3rd generation Prius. Embedded with available solar panels, the 2010 Prius can use solar power to ventilate the interior when parked in the sun.
Prius Solar Flowers and Bus Shelters will be touring major cities across the U.S. Check out the schedule here:
1. Boston – Prudential Plaza – July 8 – July 19, 2009
2. New York – Broadway Blvd – July 23 – August 2, 2009 (Solar Flowers Only)
3. Chicago – Navy Pier – August 8 – August 22, 2009
4. Seattle – Westlake Park – August 29 – September 7, 2009 (Solar Flowers Only)
5. San Francisco – Yerba Buena Gardens – September 12 – September 27, 2009
6. Los Angeles – The Americana – October 3 – October 18, 2009
