'+1ºC' Climate Art Project Launches in La Victoria de Acentejo

The "+1ºC" project has officially launched in La Victoria de Acentejo, marking a unique collaboration between environmental activism and the visual arts. The initiative blends a contemporary sculpture with a theatrical performance, telling the story of three old friends reuniting in Greenland to spark a conversation about the climate crisis.

Led by artist Julio Nieto and the Teatro KDO company, the project centers on a stainless steel sculpture designed to mimic the melting of ice through shifting light. Conceived during the pandemic, the work aims to move beyond traditional performance art, challenging the audience to consider their personal role in environmental decay and climate change denial.

Directed by Nacho Almenar, the production features actors José Pedro Hernández, Pedro Martín, and Baltasar Isla, with a soundscape by Juan Jesús Martín. The team chose La Victoria de Acentejo for the launch because the town already hosts several of Nieto’s works, allowing the project to integrate seamlessly into the local community with support from the Canary Islands government.

The project also has an educational mission. The sculpture will remain on display in the Plaza de San Juan alongside information panels, and local students will participate in workshops focused on creative recycling. The organizers hope to take "+1ºC" on the road, using this emotional, narrative-driven approach to encourage a broader social debate about humanity’s impact on the planet.