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A creative approach to community climate action | Xavier Cortada

A creative approach to community climate action | Xavier Cortada

FromTED Talks Art


A creative approach to community climate action | Xavier Cortada

FromTED Talks Art

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Length:
10 minutes
Released:
Dec 15, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

When he learned of the threat that rising sea levels posed to his coastal hometown of Miami, Florida, eco-artist Xavier Cortada founded a movement around beautifully designed elevation markers highlighting the risk of flood damage. The collaborative art project quickly mobilized action -- and excited some controversy. Watch as Cortada offers a creative vision of community organizing inspired by art that engages, educates and empowers.
Released:
Dec 15, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Some of the world's greatest artists, designers, photographers and architects showcase their work and visions onstage at the TED conference, TEDx events and partner events around the world. You can also download these and many other videos free on TED.com, with an interactive English transcript and subtitles in up to 80 languages. TED is a nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading.