22/01/2026
In his official New Year 2026 message, UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that conflict and war are not only humanitarian tragedies, but also accelerators of the climate crisis, urging global leaders to “choose people and planet over pain.”
Reflecting on this message, an article published by Euronews highlighted research from The War On Climate, a campaign advocating for the inclusion of military emissions in global climate agreements.
Their findings reveal the often-overlooked environmental footprint of warfare, reminding us that climate accountability must extend beyond peacetime systems.
As a cultural institution, we believe art and dialogue play a vital role in amplifying these urgent global conversations.
https://www.euronews.com/green/2025/12/31/choose-people-and-planet-over-pain-un-chief-highlights-climate-impact-of-war-in-new-years-