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 The
'Our Shared Planet' trailer, designed to
transport the exhibit sculptures and equipment, contains a
unique component of our message of sustainability. The
trailer houses Jim's innovative solar powered
workshop. This feature allows Jim the freedom
to continue working on the exhibit pieces, as well as
commissions, while traveling with the exhibit. It also
provides an interesting mobile classroom for tours and
demonstrations, showing the beauty of solar power, as well
as the creative process behind his amazing wood sculptures.
The electric power needed to run the saws, grinders, Dremel
tools, wood burning pens, and lighting, comes from
harnessing the power of the sun. A battery system
stores the extra power, permitting work beyond daylight, and
multiple days without sunshine. Even the cabinets and
benches in the workspace have been crafted from recycled
lumber and materials.
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"I
feel that due to the very nature and message of
the 'Our Shared Planet' exhibit,
it is very important to not only talk the talk,
but to walk the walk, when it come to
sustainability. An added bonus that comes
with solar power, is the freedom of knowing I
don't have to be plugged into the grid or add
more pollution to the environment, while
creating the exhibit and my artwork." |
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-Jim Ramsdell |
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