Increasing its efforts to advocate the fight against climate change and raise awareness on environmental issues, the Cultural Center of the Philippines makes headway toward becoming a Zero Theater.

　　In the webinar series “Zero Theater: Climate Change and the Performing Arts,” the Philippine leading arts institution educates the public on climate change and its effects, explores the role of performing artists in climate action, and shares practical tips for sustainable art productions.

　　“In the past, performing arts venues were heavy users of energy. We must shift the paradigm. We must look at how theaters and performing venues can reduce their carbon footprints,” said CCP Arts Education Department head Eva Mari Salvador.

　　CCP’s initiatives include the smallest actions, such as recycling papers for scripts and using rechargeable batteries and torches for the Front of the House, to substantial changes such as building sewage treatment facilities for wastewater treatment, using cost-efficient, energy-saving equipment, mandating its service providers to use biodegradable packaging, and partnering with organizations that have recycling centers and facilities.

　　The idea of Zero Theater came at the right time, with the CCP Main Building undergoing major rehabilitation. While the management will never alter the architectural design of the building, it can introduce green practices and facilities to make it sustainable and environmentally friendly.

　　For instance, the new sewage treatment plant will make sure that the wastewater from the restrooms and offices will not pollute Manila Bay.

　　On the artistic side, CCP celebrates Earth Day every April with multi-sensory and immersive art installations at the Front Lawn. With its Visual Arts Grants program, the CCP selects a featured artist to produce an Earth Day installation that creates awareness about environmental advocacies, including Climate Change.

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