Design Debates no 5. (of 11)
POWER TO/FROM THE PEOPLE
Can designers shape the energy transition or will the energy transition shape design?
March 27th 15:00-16:30
Designhuis Eindhoven, Stadhuisplein 3, Eindhoven
A plenary discussion with Sytse Jelles, Mike Thompson and Peter Mensinga. Moderator: Gert Staal.
Creating a sustainable energy future is a major issue on the global agenda – balancing huge economic and political interests, environmental concerns and an increasing consumer commitment to become an active part of the solution. Both on a small scale (single user) and on a much larger scale of energy production and distribution, alternative scenarios are being developed. The urgency of change is unquestioned, but simultaneously fossil fuels remain to be the major provider of energy for a society and economy addicted to ‘power’.
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