"ORIGIN" is an innovative sculpture representing a cacao tree in Java, transmitting real-time data about its environment. The piece responds to environmental changes, illustrating a living heartbeat and emphasizing the impact of climate change. This art installation serves as a reminder of the urgency surrounding deforestation and environmental crises related to our daily products, such as chocolate. The artist aims to convert environmental data into emotional expressions, steering away from preaching and instead creating a compelling performance experience that communicates the plight of nature effectively.
"When the air quality shifts, the flows respond. During a heatwave, the tree visibly struggles," he explains. You could read an article about deforestation, sure. Or you could watch a tree's illuminated nervous system go haywire when the planet tips out of balance.
The cacao tree is delicate, moody, and stressed - kind of like your favorite houseplant but with global supply chain implications. As climate change intensifies, trees like this are taking the hit.
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