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The climate crisis
is even tougher
on humans as Homo Ludens,

those who love to play and enjoy life.
That’s because the Earth just doesn’t have the capacity
to absorb all the carbon we release while having fun.So, our society tends to be pretty harsh on activities
that release carbon but aren’t essential for survival.

Things like arts, sports, and travel fall into this category.
But giving up on play means giving up on being human! What keeps us going as humans isn’t just food, clothing, and shelter— it’s the joy, hope, forgiveness, and faith that go beyond the basics. The climate crisis of Homo Ludens seeks ‘clean enjoyment’ in the fields of arts, sports, and travel.

The climate crisis
is even tougher
on humans as Homo Ludens,

those who love to play and enjoy life.
That’s because the Earth just doesn’t have the capacity to absorb all the carbon we release while having fun.
So, our society tends to be pretty harsh on activities that release carbon but aren’t essential for survival.

Things like arts, sports, and travel fall into this category.

But giving up on play means giving up on being human!
What keeps us going as humans isn’t just food, clothing, and shelter—
it’s the joy, hope, forgiveness, and faith that go beyond the basics.
The climate crisis of Homo Ludens seeks ‘clean enjoyment’ in the fields of arts, sports, and travel.

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About

The Climate Crisis of Homo Ludens is a carbon-neutral initiative in the arts, sports, and travel sectors proposed by the non-profit Research Institute for Climate and Society. As an open initiative, any organization or group that resonates with the idea is welcome to join.

The Climate Crisis of Homo Ludensis a carbon-neutral initiative in the arts,
sports, and travel sectors proposed by the non-profit Research Institute for Climate and Society.
As an open initiative, any organization or group that resonates with
the idea is welcome to join.

Our Stakeholders

  • Professionals and industry stakeholders in the arts, sports, and travel sectors
  • Policymakers in these sectors
  • All individuals who enjoy arts, sports, and travel as leisure activities

Our Mission

  • Reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting climate adaptation in the arts, sports, and travel sectors
  • Activating climate action across society by leveraging the soft power of the arts, sports, and travel sectors