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What About the Carbon Footprint of Exhibitions?

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A Getty-led report brings the climate impact of exhibitions into focus

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    Apr 1, 2026

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  3. The Body on the Page

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  4. Inspiration from the Cultural Frontlines

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  7. Más allá de la luz

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  8. Following the Paper Trail

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