2000 BCE - 2015 CE
Abu Dhabi's environmental evolution is marked by a transition from natural desert landscapes to a contemporary urban hub. The expansion of the city has led to the alteration of native habitats, impacting the balance of the local flora and fauna. Rapid urbanization brought challenges such as habitat fragmentation and a rise in temperature. Efforts have been made to address environmental concerns, including the creation of green spaces and initiatives to protect the natural environment. Abu Dhabi's environmental narrative reflects the tension between urban development and preserving the delicate balance of its original ecosystems.
Learn about Maya Lin’s fifth and final memorial: a multi-platform science based artwork that presents an ecological history of our world - past, present, and future.
Discover ecological histories and stories of former abundance, loss, and recovery on the map of memory.
Learn how we can reduce our emissions and protect and restore species and habitats – around the world.
See how art can help us rethink the problems we face, and give us hope that each one of us can make a difference.
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