Posted on January - 18 - 2012
A Solar Christmas Tree
Love Christmas trees? One of the coolest and greenest ones is the Solar Christmas Tree Installation now at The Opposite House, Beijing until January 9, 2012.
The Beijing hotel, in collaboration with Viessmann Heating Technology, is presenting the sculptural Christmas tree in “the spirit of sustainability and the environment.”
At almost 6 metres in height and 4 metres wide at its base, the tree is made from 105 reclaimed solar thermal vacuum tubes which harness the sun’s energy.
German graphic artist Karl Duschek designed a three-dimensional, solar energy icon to replace the traditional star.
The Solar Christmas Tree Installation is lit with energy efficient, warm-white LED bulbs.
“We wanted this year’s ‘non-tree’ tree to get visitors to reflect on their attitude towards sustainability during this holiday season,” says Anthony Ross, general manager, The Opposite House, Beijing.