USPS
︎ Creator: Melissa Chen
︎ Supervisor: Peter Yeadon
In 2100, the United States Postal Service has been eradicated and replaced with the United States Pigeon Service (USPS). Under the USPS, the PSD (Pigeon System Delivery), PPT (Pigeon Port Terminal), and PDF (Pigeon Dropping Fertilizer) work in harmony.
With the PSD, pigeons carry mail in biodegradable pods, protecting the mail while minimizing environmental harm. Additional measures like using biometric identification can be taken to ensure security while recipients access their mail.
There are both regional and personal PPTs, which are where pigeons rest, recharge, and receive updated delivery routes. Perches provide space for incoming and outgoing pigeons.
The PDF system incorporates a sustainability initiative. Pigeon droppings at terminals are composted and distributed to local farms or gardens, closing the loop on waste management and further contributing to a healthy environment.
Background: In 2023, the United States Postal Service processed 318 million pieces of mail daily, contributing significantly to carbon emissions from mail trucks. Additionally, with over 400 million pigeons globally, pigeons are often considered urban pests. However, pigeons have been historically acclaimed by their homing capabilities and remarkable intelligence. By re-domesticating them and implementing them as messengers, both problems of carbon emission and pigeon hostility can be solved.
︎ Supervisor: Peter Yeadon
In 2100, the United States Postal Service has been eradicated and replaced with the United States Pigeon Service (USPS). Under the USPS, the PSD (Pigeon System Delivery), PPT (Pigeon Port Terminal), and PDF (Pigeon Dropping Fertilizer) work in harmony.
With the PSD, pigeons carry mail in biodegradable pods, protecting the mail while minimizing environmental harm. Additional measures like using biometric identification can be taken to ensure security while recipients access their mail.
There are both regional and personal PPTs, which are where pigeons rest, recharge, and receive updated delivery routes. Perches provide space for incoming and outgoing pigeons.
The PDF system incorporates a sustainability initiative. Pigeon droppings at terminals are composted and distributed to local farms or gardens, closing the loop on waste management and further contributing to a healthy environment.
Background: In 2023, the United States Postal Service processed 318 million pieces of mail daily, contributing significantly to carbon emissions from mail trucks. Additionally, with over 400 million pigeons globally, pigeons are often considered urban pests. However, pigeons have been historically acclaimed by their homing capabilities and remarkable intelligence. By re-domesticating them and implementing them as messengers, both problems of carbon emission and pigeon hostility can be solved.
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