Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Trolls Made From Trash Hope to Teach Humans Sustainability
Imagine big, friendly giants made of trash living in the forest!
Artist Thomas Dambo builds these troll sculptures to show us how to be kinder to the Earth.
They're made from things like old wood and furniture.
These trolls travel the world and believe humans can do better by not wasting resources or polluting.
They want to teach people how to protect nature.
Some of these trolls are currently in California, encouraging visitors to think about nature and how to care for it.
These trolls are a reminder that we can create amazing things from what we throw away.
Danish artist Thomas Dambo creates giant troll sculptures from recycled materials.
The sculptures, part of the "Trail of a Thousand Trolls" project, are in over 20 countries and 21 US states.
The trolls, made from materials like wood pallets, aim to teach humans to live sustainably.
An installation called "Trolls Save the Humans" is at Filoli in California.
The trolls aim to teach people how to protect the environment and not destroy nature.
- Who
- Danish artist Thomas Dambo and his team.
- What
- Giant troll sculptures made from recycled materials.
- When
- The "Trail of a Thousand Trolls" project started 12 years ago, and new trolls are made yearly.
- Where
- In forests and gardens across Europe, North America, and countries like Australia and South Korea; with an installation at Filoli in California.
- Why
- To teach humans to live sustainably and protect the environment.
Older Trolls' View
Younger Trolls' View
Human Impact on Environment
Older Trolls' View
Humans waste resources and pollute.
Younger Trolls' View
Humans can be taught to protect the environment.
- Artist
- Thomas Dambo
- Project Name
- Trail of a Thousand Trolls
- Sculpture Material
- Recycled materials (wood, etc.)
- Locations
- 20+ countries, 21+ US states
- Troll Height
- Up to 40 feet (12 meters)
- Current Installation
- "Trolls Save the Humans" at Filoli, CA