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The bold new mural absorbing CO2 from Bristol’s polluted air
Renowned Bristol street artist Jody Thomas has created a unique CO2-absorbing mural.
The bold environmentally-friendly piece, featuring a portrait of a woman surrounded by butterflies, will be able to absorb 1.3 kilograms of carbon dioxide (CO2) directly from the air over its lifetime.
The paint was designed by Graphenstone – a lime-based product that adopts graphene technology. The paint naturally absorbs CO2 from the air during its carbonation process.
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The mural, which took ten hours to paint, is currently installed on the Centre Promenade by the fountains in the city centre and will eventually be gifted to Flipside Cocktail Club on Whiteladies Road.
The mural was commissioned by Lindeman’s Wine and was inspired by the brand’s partnership with the Carbon Trust.
Jody at work on the CO2-absorbing piece – photo by Alistair Heap/PA Wire
Speaking about his latest mural, Jody said: “With my work, I like to raise awareness around important issues wherever possible, particularly when it comes to climate change.
“Working with Lindeman’s on this mural was the perfect opportunity to support a brand that aims to do the same. The mural addresses environmental issues in a fun, artistic way, while actively absorbing CO2.”
The artist has drawn global attention to environmental issues and climate change through his work, which includes Jaws in Millennium Square and the recently-removed Greta Thunberg piece on the Tobacco Factory.
Main photo by Alistair Heap/PA Wire
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