Electric Drive
Commission
The City of Austin Office of Sustainability, Austin Energy
Winner of the Austin Green Award, the kiosk is part of Austin Energy’s Electric Drive showcase at the Seaholm EcoDistrict in Austin, TX. It combines solar technology, public art, and civic placemaking while providing shaded seating, LED lighting, and free solar power for charging electric bikes, electric wheelchairs, and mobile electronics, day or night. The kiosk’s design repurposes an iconic 1950s gas pump outfitted with electrical outlets and solar battery storage. The goal of the project is to spark conversations about renewable technology, community well-being, and culture change. Sited on a demonstration green-energy street that invites the public to use state-of-the-art charging options for electric bikes, scooters, and cars, this station provides public furniture, information on bike and car sharing, and access to local hike-and-bike trails along the Colorado River.
Awards
Austin Green Award, 2017
“Better Together Design Exhibition” IDSA/AIGA, San Francisco, CA, 2017
Smart Cities Connect Conference & Expo, Smart 50 Awards, 2017