Dutch ecological artist Thijs Biersteker is bridging the gap between science and emotion at the Summer Davos Forum in Tianjin, transforming cold climate data into immersive art that hits you right in the feels. 🎨✨
When Data Gets a Heartbeat
Biersteker’s latest installation, Fungal Faculty, is the talk of the forum—a mind-blowing mix of tech and creativity that turns environmental stats into living sculptures. Think Tony Stark’s lab meets Mother Nature’s diary. 🌿🔬
Why It Matters
"People are drowning in climate data but starving for meaning," Biersteker told CGTN. His work? A visual translator for the planet’s SOS signals. Imagine walking through a forest that pulses with real-time CO2 levels—suddenly, abstract numbers become visceral reality. 🌍💔
The Bigger Picture
As young activists demand climate action, Biersteker’s approach could be the secret sauce for engagement. His art doesn’t just inform—it resonates, turning viewers into feel-it-in-their-bones advocates. 🎯🔥
Pro tip for forum attendees: This might be the only place where checking the 'vibe' counts as climate research. 😉
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Artist at Summer Davos: Turning climate data into public emotion
cgtn.com