Wind turbines have become a powerful symbol of the global shift toward renewable energy. Their sleek, towering forms now dot landscapes across the world, quietly generating power from nature's forces. But what if these turbines could be more than just functional structures? What if they could also be canvases for artistic expression, creating new cultural landmarks and making art accessible in unexpected ways?

The Swansea Tidal Lagoon project, a pioneering renewable energy initiative, has captured the imagination of many across the UK. It’s not just about generating power from the tides—it’s about reshaping how we think about energy, community, and the future of our local environments. But behind the successful planning application lies an inspiring story of how creative engagement helped bring people together to envision a future powered by renewable energy.

Toni Spencer works as a facilitator, poet and mentor seeks to enable a deeper and more diverse engagement with the ecological, cultural and social issues of our times. She creates spaces where grit, grief, messiness, and laughter are welcome and where new kinds of wisdom and power can emerge.

She is part of a collective called Starter Culture along with a fascin ting group of other change-makers who ask - What if... inner-led change holds the keys to navigating these times of collapse in the most transformative ways?

Not Too Late is a website with some great resources to introduce you and your group to climate issues and help you figure out where you fit within it all.

This report is the result of a Brainstorming Session organised through the Voices of Culture process, a Structured Dialogue between the European Commission and the cultural sector represented by more than 30 people affiliated to cultural associations, NGOs, and other bodies.

A Power Culture post - Land Art Generator Initiative was co-founded by artists Robert Ferry & Elizabeth Monoian. They work internationally and have developed some inspirational projects and brilliant resources. If the space where renewable energy and great design meet is of interest to you must check out these pioneering artists.

A Power Culture post - ‘Power’ led by artist and filmmaker Hilary Powell and Dan Edelstyn is a community artwork and involved the setting up of a community interest company Optimistic Foundation CIC committed to investigating and tackling urgent economic, philosophical and social issues through anarchic, joyful cultural production, bringing our community into the heart of the production process and turning hope into action.

'Climate Creativity' refers to the vital role that creativity can play in dealing with the climate crisis.

Here are some examples of how developing your creative practice can help you respond to the climate challenge.