Climate Change Survey 2022

The survey was issued to 183 organisations; 55 responses (30%) were received.

63% of the sample were Arts Council Annual Funding Programme (AFP) funded organisations, with the remaining 26% receiving Arts Council Lottery Project funding.

The Climate Act established a legally binding 2050 net-zero carbon target, proposed the appointment of a Climate Commissioner and will require each government department to develop resourced action plans.

Local artist and cultural organisations are in a unique position to challenge, inform and engage audiences in conversations about the environment. Many organisations are already involved in campaigns and initiatives aimed at changing behaviours and introducing new models of working.

The evidence generated from this survey:

• Establishes current levels of organisation awareness, action and impact relative to climate change and the environment.

• Understands the extent of organisations touring activity – a key contributor to the sectors carbon footprint.

• Gauges attitudes towards the role of the arts in addressing climate change.

• Establishes what supports organisations need to address the climate crisis and challenges they face.