We all know that solar is a practical, smart investment. It’s good for the environment, frees people to control their own electricity production and is one of the fastest-growing industries (read: JOB CREATORS) in the country. But one of the complaints (often heard from homeowners’ associations) is that solar panels are ugly.
We beg to differ — and apparently, so do artists around the world. Here are 11 of the most artful uses of solar panels we’ve ever seen.
1. Solar Installation, Zwickau, Saxony (Germany)
We love this installation in front of the Zwickau University of Applied Sciences in Zwickau, Saxony (Germany). Photographer André Karwath took the photo back in 2005. The goal is to increase the visibility of solar installations — as if Germany needed the help.
sandstar578 says
Like these!
Silicon Energy says
http://www.pacificsciencecenter.org/Exhibits/sonic-bloom at the Pacific Science Center in Seattle, Washington was installed this year. Manufactured by Silicon Energy, a US solar PV manufacturer.
HM Ho says
Futuristic! yet enviro friendly
Swapp says
This is beautiful art, but it is shame that it is just art! The whole array looks almost completely shaded and judging by the tall trees and building in the background it will see shade most of the day. It would be even more beautiful if it were functional.
Bijou Lulla says
Real cool!