Punk style solar container

What is the 'punk' in solarpunk?

The 'punk' in Solarpunk is about rebellion, counterculture, post-capitalism, decolonialism and enthusiasm. It is about going in a different direction than the mainstream, which is increasingly going in a scary direction.

What is solarpunk based on?

Solarpunk is set in a future built according to principles of New Urbanism or New Pedestrianism and environmental sustainability. Solarpunk envisions a built environment creatively adapted for solar gain, amongst other things, using different technologies. The objective is to promote self sufficiency and living within natural limits.

What is a solarpunk video?

Screen capture from a solarpunk video that was originally a Chobani commercial but was edited to remove product placement and create a decommodified version. The solarpunk movement embodies a unique perspective on the role of technology in shaping a sustainable and ecologically harmonious future.

What is an example of solarpunk architecture?

Many consider the Bosco Verticale apartment building in Milan an example of solarpunk architecture. (Getty Images: kurmyshov) Who knew the iconic Hills Hoist could be considered solarpunk? Solarpunk is a futurist movement that began in speculative fiction and sci-fi films and has since spread to architecture and design.

What is solarpunk fiction?

Solarpunk is a ‘world’ first and a set of narratives second.” From within this narrative container, solarpunk fiction has emerged, and its adoption of the short story as its preferred medium adds to its quiltwork. All the anthologies (and now this magazine) contain multiple voices and visions of the future.

What is solarpunk culture?

Solarpunk culture includes all cultures, religions, abilities, sexes, genders and sexual identities. Solarpunk is the idea of humanity achieving a social evolution that embraces not just mere tolerance, but a more expansive compassion and acceptance. The visual aesthetics of Solarpunk are open and evolving.