Unveiling of eco-friendly art structure at the government building
The Ministry of Environment in Taiwan recently unveiled an innovative environmental art installation in front of its building. The location was chosen due to the frequent gatherings of environmental groups in front of the ministry, symbolising the importance of environmental activism in the area.
The first exhibit, unveiled at a ceremony attended by Minister of Environment Peng Chi-ming, is an earth-like ball made of over 600 plastic bottles. The artist behind this exhibit, Chou Hsiu-chin from the Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation, mentioned that the artwork can be dismantled and recycled without producing new waste once the exhibition ends.
The theme of the installation is "cigarette butts," aiming to show how such waste can harm the Earth. The next exhibit theme will follow the same theme, with an artwork made of cigarette butts to be displayed. The goal of the installation is to prompt more people to take sustainable actions.
The ministry has obtained right of way on the pavement for the platform, ensuring the safety and longevity of the exhibits. The ministry has also completed a draft amendment to the Waste Disposal Act and Resource Recycling Act and will send it to the Executive Yuan for review today.
The draft amendment is expected to increase the maximum prison terms for illegal dumping from five to seven years, and the penalties for illegal dumping on farmland or environmentally protected areas are expected to be heavier under the new draft amendment. Recent incidents of illegal dumping in Kaohsiung's Meinong District and Matou Mountain highlight the need for source control and increased penalties to curb such misconduct.
The exhibition theme will change every three months, with future themes focusing on various environmental issues. The exhibits feature imagery of forms of renewable energy and natural landscapes, further emphasising the importance of sustainability and protecting the Earth.
The ministry hopes that these environmental art installations will not only raise awareness about environmental issues but also encourage more people to take action and contribute to a greener and more sustainable future.
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