2024

Design Awards Silver Winner - Ziyu Ye

Save Exit Glacier

Entrant Company

Ziyu Ye

Category

Social Design - Design for Environment

Client's Name

Country / Region:

United States

Save Exit Glacier is a AI-powered smart home application aiming to reduce carbon emissions in everyday lives. In 2008, while trekking amidst the stunning vistas of Alaska's Exit Glacier, I also witnessed the glacier's rapid retreat, a profound sense of urgency took hold. It was a stark reminder of the irreversible impact of human activity on our planet's delicate ecosystems. Motivated by this sobering experience, I embarked on a mission: Save Exit Glacier.

Save Exit Glacier has a mission: to empower individuals to combat climate change through tangible, everyday actions. I understand the challenges ahead. Carbon emissions, though critical to address, often remain abstract to many. The immediacy of daily life tends to overshadow long-term environmental concerns, leading to minimal commitment to sustainability efforts. Moreover, the belief that individual actions are insignificant without widespread participation can breed feelings of helplessness.

The solution is rooted in personal connection and community engagement. By framing climate action around the tangible symbol of a receding glacier, I aim to inspire a sense of personal responsibility and meaningful change. Upon logging in, users are greeted with a visual representation of the glacier they've helped save, motivating them to further their efforts. AI-powered suggestions analyze energy consumption patterns, offering tailored recommendations for reducing carbon footprint effortlessly. The centralized control panel allows users to manage energy usage efficiently, with clear insights into each device's impact.

But Save Exit Glacier is more than just a platform—it's a community. By joining the "Glacier Fighters," individuals unite around a shared commitment to protecting our planet. Together, we amplify our impact and inspire collective action.

Save Exit Glacier envisions a future where every action, no matter how small, contributes to the preservation of our planet's precious ecosystems. Join us in the journey to Save Exit Glacier and take meaningful steps towards a greener, more sustainable future. Together, we can make a difference. Thank you for being a part of this vital mission.

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