Growing concerns about the impacts of climate change have brought museums into the spotlight. Recent protests by climate activists within museum spaces have highlighted the urgency of addressing environmental sustainability within the sector. People are beginning to hold these institutions accountable for their actions and policies that do not support sustainability efforts. Environmental sustainability is a critical aspect of museums and cultural institutions, particularly amidst rapid urbanisation which has increased the effects of climate change. In this instance, public institutions serve as benchmarks in their response to be allies in addressing the climate crisis. Museums have the potential to serve as role models in implementing strategies that, in turn, inspire change within communities and on an individual level. The presentation will feature various case studies such as the ArtScience Museum, Singapore, the STPI Creative Workshop and Gallery, Singapore, the Victoria & Albert Museum, England, and Moderna Museet, Sweden. These examples provide practical and applicable precedents for other institutions, both within and beyond the cultural sectors, demonstrating how museums can be advocates for a greener future.

   Kimberly Ann Marie Chan is a cultural heritage professional with a background in architecture and a graduate of the Nanyang Technological University’s master’s programme in Museum Studies and Curatorial Practices. She is currently a Research Assistant with the National Heritage Board of Singapore. Her expertise lies in the intersection of art, the built environment, and heritage. Kimberly is also a practicing artist where her works delve into the nuanced aspects of architecture, exploring memories of place and cultural heritage preservation.