Committee on Environment, Geography and Urbanization
Division of Social Sciences, The University of Chicago

Issue 4 | Spring 2023

Triptych: the Promises

 

Three cathedrals symbolize European countries: France, Germany, and Switzerland. What unites them? Extensive climate agendas, many initiatives and proposals, and empty promises. In an attempt to illustrate this dichotomy, colorful pieces of nature are contrasted with monochrome architecture. Urban vs. nature. Facade vs. reality. Present vs. future.