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EDF Foundation Examines Climate Change Through Art

exhibition · 2026-04-24

The Fondation EDF in Paris presents 'Paris. Climats artificiels', an exhibition running from October 4, 2015 to February 28, 2016. Despite the apparent contradiction of an energy company hosting a show on climate disruption, the foundation explores artificial climates through contemporary artworks. The exhibition features pieces that question humanity's manipulation of natural environments, including installations that simulate weather conditions or critique industrial interventions. By situating the show within its corporate context, the foundation prompts reflection on the role of energy production in climate change. The exhibition includes works by various artists addressing themes of environmental control and its consequences.

Key facts

  • Exhibition titled 'Paris. Climats artificiels'
  • Held at Fondation EDF in Paris
  • Dates: October 4, 2015 to February 28, 2016
  • Focuses on climate change and artificial climates
  • EDF is France's main electricity provider
  • Exhibition runs for nearly five months
  • Explores human manipulation of natural environments
  • Includes contemporary artworks on environmental themes

Entities

Institutions

  • Fondation EDF
  • EDF

Locations

  • Paris
  • France

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