Creative Climate Awards
An annual global competition and festival, the awards showcase artists creating climate-inspired work that raises public awareness and sparks action.
ABOUT OUR CREATIVE CLIMATE AWARDS
Research shows that effective communication is vital for mobilizing climate action, highlighting our need for creative methods to convey the urgency of the crisis, inspire hope, and engage diverse audiences. To tackle this challenge, we at the Human Impacts Institute (HII) launched our Creative Climate Awards (CCA), an annual festival designed to ignite climate action through artistic public engagement. The CCAs foster curiosity and spark conversations about pressing climate issues through a range of activities, including exhibits, salons, workshops, and master classes.
Since its inception, the CCAs have showcased over 250 artists from 51 countries through more than 60 public art exhibits at iconic NYC locations, such as Times Square and the Manhattan Bridge. We prioritize the inclusion of BIPOC artists and those who may lack access to mainstream venues, celebrating local and international talent while creating a platform for underrepresented voices. By transforming art into a powerful medium for environmental advocacy, the Creative Climate Awards inspire our communities to take action for a sustainable future.
CHECK THE EVENTS
Our Creative Climate Awards celebrate artists and culture creators who engage, educate, and incite action with their creativity.
Each year, we have an open call for participants in a month long exhibit in NYC. If selected, you will be invited to participate in special events, and have your work seen by our mentors.
INTRODUCING CCA MARSEILLE 2025
We’re thrilled to expand our Creative Climate Awards (CCA) to Marseille, a city known for its vibrant cultural scene and commitment to sustainability. CCA Marseille aims to celebrate innovative climate solutions through art, engaging local and global communities in addressing environmental challenges.
Discover how art, culture, and community action come together to inspire impactful change in Marseille and beyond.
MEET OUR CCA ARTISTS
Our Creative Climate Awards (CCA) are an annual series of events that showcase artists creating climate-inspired public works and actions. Over the last decade, CCA has showcased climate-inspired artwork from around the globe, reaching over 200,000 audience members. Take a look at past works below and get inspired to take climate action.
Purchase beautiful art and 100% of proceeds support our work. All shipping costs are the responsibility of the purchaser. Items are located in NYC.
Judges, Curators, Mentors
Our Creative Climate Awards judges and mentors are a diverse community of policymakers, activists, culture creators, communications and climate experts. They select CCA winners based upon artistic merit, climate communications impact, and how well the works inspire action.