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Forbes
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Cities Vs. Climate Change: Global Exhibition In Paris Inspires Action
Bold artworks by Shepard Fairey (OBEY) adorn the Hôtel de Ville façade in Paris. A free, child-friendly exhibition staged in the City Hall, Paris, on how large cities around the world are fighting back against climate change has wowed audiences since opening last month. 'From Paris to Belém: 10 years of global climate action' runs until mid-December at Hôtel de Ville. It celebrates the 2015 adoption of the Paris Agreement at COP21 in Paris, which marked a turning point in the global commitment to climate action, and flags the next COP climate conference, scheduled to be held in Belém, Brazil, in November. In Buenos Aires, the Metrobus 9 project has halved travel times and helped avoid the emission of over 70,000 tonnes of CO₂ per year, highlights the exhibition, saying this is the equivalent of more than 8,000 return flights between Paris and Melbourne. In Medellín, Colombia, the creation of 'green corridors' has lowered temperatures by 4°C in certain areas and encouraged the return of biodiversity. Facts such as these are dotted throughout the exhibition, which was partly designed from a child's point of view; Copi, a cartoon mascot, guides younger ones. There are also photographic displays—including images of the Amazon by famed photographer Sebastião Salgado—and bold artwork by Shepard Fairey (OBEY); his murals adorn the Hôtel de Ville's façade. Much of the fact-finding for the exhibition was conducted by Canadian urban planning expert Brent Toderian, who was commissioned by the City of Paris and its mayor, Anne Hidalgo. Hidalgo has transformed much of Paris with bold, climate-friendly initiatives, including a focus on cycling and walking in the city. 'Mayor Hidalgo herself had the idea of a big, bold exhibition at Paris City Hall,' said Toderian. 'Her team tracked me down in September last year and invited me. We share the same big ambition to change the conversation about better city-building and climate action.' The exhibition majors on 'cities taking bolder climate action, going further and faster with fewer excuses,' said Toderian. 'Cities around the world [need] to inspire and challenge each other.' Major cities profiled, in addition to Paris, include Tokyo, Mexico City, Beijing, Los Angeles, London, Buenos Aires, and Seoul. There are also contributions from other global cities such as Barcelona, Rome, Stockholm, Helsinki, Medellin, Montreal, Brisbane, Auckland, and New Orleans. Lesser-known cities profiled include Cotonou in Benin, Africa; Hue City, Vietnam; Rabat, Morocco; and Nouakchott, Mauritania. Brent Toderian with Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo. Actions highlighted include transforming dense and mixed-use communities around public transit; rethinking cars and providing people with more and better choices for getting around; creating new people-centric places, including transforming streets, new parks, urban greening, and integrating nature with density; and designing energy-intelligent cities. 'Paris itself is an example of the challenge,' said Toderian. 'It's a city that leads in climate action, and yet proven ideas like protected bike lanes, which we know make cities better for everyone, can still be much more controversial than they should be, even after they're built and succeeding. 'Paris is uniquely positioned to celebrate and platform bold action from cities all over the world,' said Toderian. 'Paris and Mayor Hidalgo have been the most inspiring in the world over the last 10 years, really exemplifying those key words 'further and faster. 'Not because they've been perfect but because they've been strategic, determined, and fearless.' However, added Toderian, 'if we're honest with ourselves, we'll admit that many cities still need to take their first steps toward more sustainable city-making. And every city needs to go much further and faster. The powers that city leaders have to decide urban densities, land-use mix, transportation, infrastructure, and much more are game-changing for addressing the climate crisis.' A key takeaway from the exhibition is the need for cities to tame cars. 'Our primary goal must be fewer and smaller cars that are driven less,' said Toderian, and electrifying the global fleet, while welcome, isn't a panacea. 'We need better cars, and electric cars are part of the solution,' argues Toderian. 'But a better energy source for the same number of cars, or even more and bigger cars, won't get us where we need to be, and can induce more driving and higher emissions because we think those cars are 'green.'' 'Smart cities,' he continued, 'are transforming space previously surrendered to cars into new places for people, and re-introducing nature and green space into everyday urban life—to make cities more liveable and sustainable simultaneously. 'We're constantly told that all of this is too hard or too expensive. But it's only as hard as we choose to make it, and it's a lot cheaper than the huge cost of continuing to make the wrong choices. 'We need our cities to be a lot better: more responsible, more sustainable, and a lot more action-oriented. To do that, our cities need to inspire each other to take bigger, bolder action with a lot fewer excuses. To me, that's what this exhibition is all about: all of us—citizens of all ages and leaders alike—inspiring and challenging each other to go much further and faster with real urban climate action.'
LeMonde
19-06-2025
- Politics
- LeMonde
Tolerance holding up in France despite hate speech, report on racism finds
'Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité' by the American artist Shepard Fairey (known as Obey), Rue Nationale, Paris. HENRI GARAT/MAIRIE DE PARIS "Tolerance is resisting." It is resisting against the "discourses of mistrust and hate speech" targeting minorities that are spread in certain political and media spheres. It is holding firm in a political climate that often "places blame on immigrants for society's problems." And it is withstanding the "waning commitment" from public authorities to the fight against all forms of racism and discrimination, according to the annual report of the French National Consultative Commission on Human Rights (CNCDH) on combating racism, antisemitism and xenophobia, published Wednesday, June 18. Acceptance of people who are different by their origin, skin color or religion grew in 2024, the report finds, though prejudices have not disappeared. Stereotypes are deeply rooted, especially for those over the age of 60. The main tool for measuring the decline of intolerance is the longitudinal tolerance index (ILT), which combines responses to 75 questions regularly asked in face-to-face interviews since 1990, from a sample of 1,210 people representative of the adult population living in mainland France. Almost a third of the respondents have at least one parent or grandparent born abroad. The index ranges from 0 to 100. In 2023, in the specific context following the Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel on October 7, the ILT dropped by three points in one year, from 65 to 62. This year, it rose by one point, confirming an overall upward trend over the past 35 years: The ILT has gone from a low of 46 in 1991 to a high of 65 in 2022. You have 76.88% of this article left to read. The rest is for subscribers only.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
UE receives $33K in grants for visual arts and student experience
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The University of Evansville (UE) Department of Art has received $33,000 in grants from the Efroymson Family Fund. UE says this funding will enhance visual arts programming, expand UE's permanent art collections and provide career-building experiences for students during the 2025-2026 academic year. UE says a grant of $23,000 will support four core initiatives: the Efroymson Emerging Contemporary Artist Lecture Series, a marketing intern, a Bridge Year Fellowship and a Permanent Collections Intern. A separate $10,000 grant will fund the acquisition and exhibition of urban and street art. Bike camp gives children chance to learn how to ride a bike 'This continued support allows us to grow meaningful opportunities for our students while strengthening our presence in the regional art community,' said Todd A. Matteson, Chair and Associate Professor of Art. 'We are deeply grateful to the Efroymson Family Fund for investing in our vision for the future of the arts at UE.' Officials say now entering its fourteenth year, the Emerging Contemporary Artist Lecture Series brings practicing artists from across the country to campus for multi-day residencies. These artists engage directly with students, share insights into their practice and exhibit work in the Melvin M. Peterson Gallery. High schoolers get glimpse into energy, cyber-security jobs UE says the Bridge Year Fellowship provides recent graduates with studio space, mentoring opportunities and teaching experience, preparing them for advanced study or professional careers in the arts. Marketing and Permanent Collections internships offer hands-on roles in gallery promotion, collections management and event planning. Officials say the additional $10,000 grant will allow the department to grow its new collection of urban and street art. Recent acquisitions include works by Shepard Fairey, Dot Dot Dot and Joachim, gifted from the collections of Dan Mason and John Nordgauer. The funding will support further acquisitions, conservation efforts, and related programming. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shepard Fairey and Bandcamp Create Original Limited Edition T-Shirt to Support MusiCares LA Wildfire Relief
100% of Proceeds From T-Shirt Sales to Benefit Musicians in Need LOS ANGELES, CA / / February 6, 2025 / Bandcamp, the artist-first platform supporting independent music, is proud to announce the next phase of its Bandcamp <3 LA Fundraiser, featuring an exclusive, limited-edition T-shirt designed by acclaimed artist Shepard Fairey. Available throughout February, 100% of proceeds from T-shirt sales will be donated to MusiCares, which offers preventive, emergency, and recovery programs for the music community. Shepard Fairey, known for his powerful, thought-provoking art, has created a one-of-a-kind T-shirt design that embodies the resilience and creativity of independent artists. His design references vintage vinyl LP packaging design, a nod to Bandcamp's commitment to uplifting the world through the power of music. Fairey's "Lotus Woman" design has evolved over time, originating as a screen print in 2015, symbolizing strength and resilience through bold graphic imagery. The lotus flower itself is often associated with spiritual awakening and the journey of rising above adversity. The collaboration with Bandcamp and MusiCares reworks the design into a new version incorporating the Seal of The City of Los Angeles - to raise funds for the victims of the Los Angeles wildfires, with proceeds going to relief efforts. This lineage highlights Fairey's continued commitment to using his art to support social causes and engage with communities in need. "Bandcamp gives artists a platform to share their art and make a living from it. The wildfires in LA endangered the livelihoods of so many musicians, and we're grateful to Shepard Fairey for helping us raise money for MusiCares and the LA music community," said Dan Melnick, General Manager of Bandcamp. "Music, art, and activism have long been intertwined, shaping culture and inspiring action. This collaboration with Shepard Fairey and MusiCares is about more than just fundraising-it's about building a future where independent artists have the support they need to thrive. We're honored to stand alongside partners who share our commitment to strengthening the creative ecosystem," said Bryan Biniak, President of Songtradr, the parent company of Bandcamp. "I was heartbroken by the immense loss our community in Los Angeles suffered due to the wildfires. The city is enduring such a difficult time, and many artists, musicians, and dedicated individuals are working tirelessly to rebuild their lives. Drawing inspiration from the incredible strength and resilience of the people here, I created this T-shirt for Bandcamp's Love LA Fundraiser, with all proceeds going directly to MusiCares. Now, more than ever, it's essential that we come together and support one another as we help our fellow Angelenos heal and rebuild," said Shepard Fairey, founder of OBEY Clothing and creative agency Studio Number One. This initiative builds on Bandcamp's wildfire relief fundraiser on February 7. From midnight to midnight, 100% of Bandcamp's proceeds will be donated to MusiCare, a safety net supporting the health and welfare of the music community. Bandcamp is proud to partner with A2IM, Harman, Lagunitas, Roland, Shure, Victrola, and WIN, to amplify support for independent musicians affected by the Southern California wildfires. How to Support the Heart LA Fundraiser Purchase the Shepard Fairey-designed T-shirt exclusively on Bandcamp throughout February: Spread the word by sharing the campaign with fans, friends, and fellow artists. Join the movement on February 7-music lovers, industry partners, and artists alike can help ensure musicians receive the support they need. Bandcamp has long championed artist-first initiatives, including Bandcamp Fridays, which have generated over $131 million for independent musicians and labels. This latest fundraiser reaffirms Bandcamp's dedication to fostering a resilient, thriving creative community. About Bandcamp Bandcamp is the premiere online record store and music community where passionate fans discover, connect with and directly support the artists they love. With the majority of revenue going directly to artists, Bandcamp fosters a communal experience with music discovery, where artists and fans support each other in a vibrant ecosystem. Bandcamp artists and labels release and sell a broad range of music products, including digital and physical records, vinyl, apparel and merchandise. Learn more at and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok. About MusiCares MusiCares helps the humans behind music because music gives so much to the world. Offering preventive, emergency, and recovery programs, MusiCares is a safety net supporting the health and welfare of the music community. Founded by the Recording Academy in 1989 as a U.S. based, independent 501(c)(3) charity, MusiCares safeguards the well-being of all music people through direct financial grant programs, networks of support resources, and tailored crisis relief efforts. For more information please visit: About Shepard Fairey Shepard Fairey is a contemporary street artist, graphic designer, activist, and founder of OBEY Clothing and creative agency Studio Number One. In 1989, while at Rhode Island School of Design studying for his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration, Shepard Fairey created the "Andre the Giant has a Posse" sticker that later evolved into the OBEY GIANT art campaign. In 2008, his portrait of then-Democratic candidate Barack Obama became an internationally recognized emblem of hope. He is known for the "We The People" campaign that debuted worldwide during the 2017 Women's Marches. Fairey has painted nearly 140 public murals and has become one of the most sought-after and provocative artists globally, changing the way people converse about art and view the urban landscape. Contact Details Jalila Singerff+1 613-614-6777jalila@ Company Website SOURCE: Bandcamp View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
