The creative community is truly inspiring in their work surrounding the environment.
This month, we bring to you an additional newsletter, focusing entirely on activities from across the creative community related to the climate crisis, climate justice, and COP26.
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"Playing a crucial role in our society – art and creativity make us healthier, our economy stronger and our communities more inclusive and vibrant. Art and creativity have the power to inform opinion, inspire action, challenge and, ultimately, change behaviour and in these critical times, their influence is needed now more than ever."
In Iain Munro's latest blog post, he reflects on the importance that art and creativity have in the mission to address climate change.
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Culture at COP
You can find out how to get involved in cultural events, discussions, debates and action over at the dedicated Culture at COP website.
Showcasing all COP26 related art, culture and heritage events (in-person and virtual) the Culture at COP website is designed to link to the COP26 themes and key COP26 Policy Issues as identified by the Climate Heritage Network. The site is building cultural engagement in climate action; supporting policy engagement & opportunity to engage with our manifesto; and representing and advocating for the global climate, cultural & heritage sectors.
#CultureCOP26
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SpACE, the Space for Architecture, Carbon and Environment, is a pop-up public exhibition and events venue in Edinburgh that addresses the biggest issue of our time - the climate emergency - and how the built environment affects it. SpACE is open to the public 11am – 6pm every day, from 1st November to 4th December 2021.
Discover more on the SpACE website
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The Climate Beacons for COP26 are in full swing, with a number of events taking place over the next month.
- Two new exhibitions are opening in the Outer Hebrides, with Glacial Narratives starting on 1 November at Taigh Chearsabagh and The End of Engines opening at An Lanntair on 4 December
- At the National Mining Museum, a 3-day exhibition entitled Witness Reports will be on from 5 - 7 November, displaying photography and interviews from the Scottish Communities Climate Action Network and the Environmental Justice Foundation, along with a programme of live speakers and participatory art workshops. On 12 November they will host Changing Perspectives, an online climate conference bringing together speakers from cultural, climate, scientific research, and arts organisations
- At Dundee Rep Theatre, don't miss This is a Love Story, a musical about the enduring yet strained relationship between the planet and humanity - attend in person or watch the livestream
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Platform's Dear Green Place is a creative programme of workshops, performances and events across northeast Glasgow. It's designed to encourage people of all ages to come together, enjoy quality arts experiences, and think about the climate and the future of Glasgow.
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1.5 Degrees Films invites people to make 90-second films to share their thoughts and ideas about climate change and how it is affecting us as individuals, our surroundings, families and communities. Youth groups, schools, community organisations, activist groups and individuals are all encouraged to take part. Enter over on the 1.5 degrees website
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There's still time to see STORM in person as she makes her way across Scotland. Catch her in Edinburgh on Saturday 30 October and Falkirk on Saturday 6 November - full details on the Vision Mechanics website. Watch this video to discover what it's like to see the ocean goddess, made entirely from recycled materials, up close.
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Screen Scotland commissioned Creative Carbon Scotland to undertake research to identify appropriate means, opportunities and instruments for Screen Scotland to promote stronger mitigation of carbon emissions in the screen sector, predominantly in production. The Greening Scotland’s Screen Industry Report is the first stage of this research. Read the report on the Screen Scotland website.
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