…the execution could use some work. I spotted these innovative monstrosities in the new Director Park. At least they look good in the dark?

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Sarah Shay Mirk reported on transportation, sex and gender issues, and politics at the Mercury from 2008-2013. They have gone on to make many things, including countless comics and several books.

8 replies on “Solar Powered Christmas Lights: A Good Idea But…”

  1. Reminds me of the the solar powered garbage cans all over downtown that require more upkeep/energy to maintain, not to mention they haven’t replaced all regular garbage cans so trucks still have to make their route weekly.

    Let’s not get into how much energy (carbon footprint) it takes to produce solar panels in the first place.

  2. Those solar trashcans are hilarious. I’ve seen multiple people walk around them quizzically and then, unable to figure out how to operate the device, just leave their trash ON TOP of them. This speaks almost as poorly of their design as it does of some Portlanders’ intelligence.

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