In a pioneering move towards raising awareness and understanding of climate change, Kolkata’s Science City is gearing up to inaugurate one of the largest permanent galleries dedicated to the topic in India. Spanning an expansive 10,000 square feet, the exhibition aims to provide compelling insights into the realities of global warming and its profound impact on the planet.
Scheduled for inauguration towards the end of the year, the Climate Change gallery at Science City promises to offer visitors a unique and immersive experience. With a focus on real-life stories and tangible evidence, the exhibition seeks to dispel misinformation and address common queries surrounding climate change. According to officials from the National Council of Science Museum (NCSM), the gallery aims to navigate through the complexities of climate change by presenting people-centric information backed by robust evidence. Amidst conflicting narratives and misinformation, the exhibition strives to offer clarity on the pressing issue of climate change.
Among the key exhibits featured in the gallery are poignant stories highlighting the local and global impacts of climate change. From the extinction of species like the Bramble Cay Melomys due to rising sea levels to the disappearance of igloos in the Arctic region, each exhibit underscores the far-reaching consequences of environmental degradation.
Moreover, the gallery will delve into the scientific evidence linking human activity to global warming and climate change. With a focus on data-driven insights, visitors will gain a deeper understanding of the anthropogenic factors contributing to climate change, such as the alarming rise in carbon dioxide concentrations in the atmosphere. In its final section, the exhibition will empower visitors with actionable steps to mitigate climate change and reduce their carbon footprint. Equipped with interactive tools like carbon footprint calculators, visitors will have the opportunity to quantify their environmental impact and explore ways to adopt sustainable practices.
As Kolkata’s Science City prepares to unveil this groundbreaking climate change gallery, it signifies a significant step towards fostering public awareness and engagement in addressing one of the most pressing challenges of our time.
