In Oulu, Finland, a new initiative called Climate Clock is set to launch a public art trail in 2026 that highlights the urgent climate crisis facing the region. The project, curated by Alice Sharp, brings together artist-scientist duos to create seven unique outdoor installations celebrating local natural beauty while raising awareness of climate issues. This effort sheds light on how quickly the area is affected by climate change, as Oulu experiences its impact at an accelerated rate compared to global averages. The collaboration seeks to inspire communities and promote environmental stewardship through art.
The climate clock is ticking, the snow is melting, and we are learning anew what our forebears knew-that time is not ours to command; that nature keeps its own time.
It has been so exciting to see how the artists have embraced scientific environmental thinking in the context of Oulu2026, from [exploring] the archaeological remains of Stone Age spiritual practices to measuring the uncontrollable melting of glaciers.
My research visits to Oulu have made me increasingly aware of the intersection of art and climate science, shaping my approach to interactive sculptures.
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