ANTHROPOSPHERE
The transition to renewable energy raises critical questions about the future of fossil energy infrastructure and the communities that relied on it. Beyond their functional obsolescence, these structures—ranging from refineries and cooling towers to pipelines and contaminated sites—leave material and immaterial legacies that shape landscapes and urban environments. Rather than viewing them solely as waste, their technological sophistication and structural resilience present opportunities for innovative design approaches.
This necessitates strategic considerations for repurposing, transforming, or dismantling obsolete infrastructure in a sustainable and aesthetically meaningful way. By integrating design thinking into this transition, we can ensure that these remnants are not merely discarded but adapted to serve new functions, contributing to a more thoughtful and resource-efficient post-fossil future.