Gurugram art installation collapses in 2050 with warming

A new art installation in Gurugram aims to highlight the dangers of climate change. Created by artist Aakash Ranison, the work is called 'Below 2°'. It stresses the urgent need to limit global warming to under two degrees Celsius. The installation uses 100% eco-friendly materials and is powered by renewable energy. It features a melting globe made from repurposed golf balls and wax adhesives. This globe symbolizes the fragile state of our planet and hangs precariously within a frame, representing the risk of collapse. As temperatures rise, the wax globe will melt. It is expected to completely collapse when temperatures reach 50 degrees Celsius, a projection for Gurugram by 2050. Until then, it serves as a visual warning about the impacts of climate change. The project involved a team of over 30 experts and artists who collaborated with Ranison. He hopes his work inspires people to take action rather than feel overwhelmed by fear. “Art can evoke urgency in ways that numbers cannot,” he said. Ranison believes that while many fear we have passed a critical point, it is essential to focus on hope and change. 'Below 2°' aims to educate and engage the public on climate issues in a compelling manner. Through art, he wants to reshape how we think about the climate crisis and motivate people to respond.