Why we need space janitors
Kelly van GemertReduce, reuse, recycle. We know the drill. But how do we cope with a junkyard in space?
Currently on view: SPACEFARMING
The number of people on Earth is growing fast: there will be nearly 10 billion of us by 2050. More food will be needed than we can produce today. Where will this food come from? And how will it be made? A burger made from cultured meat, milk from a robotic cow, or potatoes from space. It may sound far away, but farmers, scientists, entrepreneurs, artists and designers are already developing new foods and innovative ways to turn this into reality.
More infoCurrently on view: RETROFUTURE
For us humans its natural to think about the future. We make plans, have dreams, and tell each other stories about the things to come. From prehistoric cavemen to inventors of flying machines to humans who turn themselves into cyborgs; each driven by curiosity and ideals, they have developed a vision for the world of tomorrow. The largescale exhibition RetroFuture celebrates these visions and takes you on a journey to the future of yesterday.
More infoReduce, reuse, recycle. We know the drill. But how do we cope with a junkyard in space?
William Eliot designs chairs while collaborating with mealworms.
Sunshine, cocktails, and the lap of luxury; a yacht usually doesn’t seem to symbolize sustainability or charity. But this one might save the ocean.