https://mymodernmet.com/sleep-pods-for-homeless-ulmernest/
"People who are experiencing homelessness are particularly vulnerable
right now. Sleeping outside during winter is unthinkable for many, never
mind during a pandemic. In Germany, there are around 860,000 people
living on the streets. That’s why a company called Ulmer Nest in the
city of Ulm (75 miles (120 km) west of Munich) is doing what it can to
help. It recently introduced a fleet to solar-powered sleep pods,
providing a safe place for people to keep warm.
The futuristic-looking pods were introduced in Ulm on January 8, 2020 as
part of a pilot project. If successful, the “nests” could be found
across the whole of Germany. Each tiny cabin is made from wood and steel
and can fit up to two people inside (or one person and a pet or
luggage). They’re also waterproof, protect against the cold, wind, and
humidity, and even have integrated solar panels to provide heating. They
can be securely locked when inside, and a motion sensor sends an alert
to social workers when the doors are open. This is so the nests can be
professionally cleaned after each person leaves. The pods even have a
radio network so that people can get in touch with the team overseeing
the cabins if they need to."
Via Stuart Richman and Richard Healy.
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
