In Anish Kapoor’s Hands, an Offshore Gas Rig Became a Call for Climate Accountability

Anish Kapoor's Climate Call

Anish Kapoor's latest project, "BUTCHERED", challenges viewers to consider the cost of climate change.

Positioned against the backdrop of rising global temperatures and corporate profits, the project took the form of pigment sprayed down the side of a Shell-owned gas rig in the North Sea.

The Project

The 1,000-square-foot work, composed of seawater, beetroot powder, and food-grade dye, was executed in collaboration with seven climbers working with Greenpeace.

"BUTCHERED" challenged viewers to consider who pays for the damage of climate change.

Collaboration and Goals

Greenpeace climate campaigner Philip Evans discussed the project's origins and goals, aiming to raise awareness about climate accountability.

Author's summary: Anish Kapoor's "BUTCHERED" project highlights climate accountability.

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Observer Observer — 2025-10-28