Cape Farewell: Shaping Our Ecological Future Through Art and Science

Cape Farewell is an international organization and registered charity based at The WaterShed in Dorset, UK, operating at the intersection of climate science and the arts. Established in 2001 by International Director David Buckland, Cape Farewell envisions a sustainable future where creativity plays a central role in addressing global environmental challenges. The organization facilitates unique collaborations by bringing together artists, scientists, and communities to produce work founded in scientific research. These projects are designed to illuminate the destructive impact of human activity on the planet and catalyze a necessary cultural shift toward sustainability. Their headquarters serves as an experimental station for climate-focused residencies and interdisciplinary inquiry. Notable initiatives include major expeditions to regions like the Arctic and the Marshall Islands, leading to influential exhibitions at institutions like the National Maritime Museum. Through diverse media such as filmmaking, poetry, and mixed-media art, Cape Farewell continues to communicate the urgency of the climate crisis to a global audience, bridging the gap between scientific facts and human emotion to inspire lasting social and behavioral change.