Sustainability

Ecological sustainability involves a careful understanding and responsible use of resources to reduce the environmental impact of our actions. As an international exhibition of contemporary art, D16 holds responsibility toward its visitors, artists, staff, immediate region, and the natural resources that sustain its presence. 

We are committed to integrating sustainable practices into every stage of the planning, production, and realization of the exhibition. Our choice of venues and the development of infrastructure consider energy consumption, resource use, material life cycles, and the long-term use of facilities. Media communications prioritize digital formats, while printed materials and merchandise follow sustainable standards. For transportation, we offer a range of travel options for artists, staff, guests, and logistics, aiming for reduced emissions. In catering, we partner with local providers to offer affordable food based on regional and seasonal products.

Sustainability considers fair collaboration with artists, institutions, academia, cultural organizations, and civil society. We strive to provide welcoming accessibility measures for all visitors, while offering dedicated spaces for the study and exchange of art, society, and sustainable futures.