Step into the National Museum of Marine Science and Technology, and you will discover a vibrant and artistic special exhibition called "Earth Pulsing - Nurturing Life Exhibition," co-organized by Delta Electronics Foundation, the National Museum of Marine Science and Technology, and Asia University. This exhibition made its debut at Asia University last year, using artworks to raise awareness of ecological conservation and attracting over ten thousand enthusiastic participants. This year, the exhibition has moved to the National Museum of Marine Science and Technology, incorporating new marine elements. Within the exhibition, visitors can observe underwater organisms up close in the live aquarium area and participate in the "Coral Restoration Experience Zone" by adopting and cultivating coral seedlings. What's even more exciting is that throughout the exhibition, the entire venue will be powered by 100% renewable energy donated by Delta, continuing last year's groundbreaking initiative.
Jesse Chou, Chief Sustainability Officer (right), and Chen Su-fen, Director of the Marine Science Museum (left), demonstrated coral cultivation using Delta's LED lights and controllers at the "Coral Restoration Experience Zone" exhibition.
In recent times, scientists have observed record-high sea surface temperatures and frequent marine heatwaves, which have caused severe coral bleaching crises. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, 107 coral species in Taiwan are currently listed as threatened. The 15th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity, held last year, called for greater commitments and resource allocation from businesses for nature conservation. Prior to this conference, Delta had already integrated biodiversity into its sustainability strategy. To fulfill this commitment, we have collaborated with around 60 marine volunteers and developed tailor-made automated equipment to launch coral restoration initiatives. Delta aims to restore ten thousand corals within three years, actively responding to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
Award-winning conceptual artist Li Kuei-chih, recently honored by the International Awards Association (IAA), recreates the coral restoration installation "The Birth."
Within less than three weeks since its opening, the special exhibition has attracted over 1,600 visitors. In the exhibition, visitors can enjoy captivating displays of photography from the BBC's "Life at Extremes" series and admire the environmentally themed artworks by Taiwanese contemporary artists Jiang Xian-er and Yang En-sheng. Additionally, award-winning conceptual artist Li Kuei-chih, who recently received the MUSE Design Award from the International Awards Association (IAA), has created a new coral restoration installation titled "The Birth," adding a dynamic and multi-dimensional experience to the exhibition. Building on the success of last year, the exhibition utilizes Delta's 4K high-definition projectors to create an immersive visual experience, showcasing the rich biodiversity and natural wonders of our planet. Furthermore, the exhibition features the "Coral Restoration Experience Zone," where visitors can adopt coral seedlings and receive guidance from professionals on coral propagation techniques. As these coral seedlings grow, they will be gradually transplanted into the Chaojing Bay Conservation Area to help restore the health of coral habitats.
The special exhibition utilizes Delta's 4K high-definition projectors to create an immersive visual experience.
The exhibition will run until October 10, 2023. For more details, please visit the National Museum of Marine Science and Technology's event webpage:
https://www.nmmst.gov.tw/chhtml/newsdetail/221/7484/0
