'We're looking at the climate crisis because it's here and now and affecting us daily': inside Art Jameel's push for sustainability and industry-wide change
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Art Jameel, an independent art organization in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, is prioritizing sustainability in its operations and programming, advocating for less energy-intensive conservation standards that create inequities in the cultural sector. Founded in 2003 and supported by the Jameel family, the organization has expanded its mission through exhibitions, research grants, and partnerships focused on climate initiatives. By conducting annual carbon audits, Art Jameel has identified key areas for emission reduction, achieving a 27.75% decrease in its carbon footprint since 2021 through various green practices.
Art Jameel emphasizes sustainability in its art programming and operations, pushing for reduced conservation standards that disproportionately affect institutions in the Global South.
The organization seeks to address the climate crisis directly, with initiatives that focus on environmental themes and practices such as reducing water consumption and carbon emissions.
Through its grants and collaborations, Art Jameel supports climate initiatives aimed at funding sustainable practices and organizations in regions impacted by climate change.
Art Jameel's carbon audits reveal that major emissions sources come from energy and water consumption, leading to a 27.75% reduction in their carbon footprint since 2021.
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