These initiatives are designed not only to explore environmental and social challenges but also, and crucially, to empower local communities through hands-on training in tech refurbishing systems.

By establishing local facilities and working closely with craftspeople , students, educators, and institutional leaders, the residencies aim to equip communities with the skills and resources needed to sustainably manage and repurpose technology. This approach fosters mutual learning and ensures that the knowledge exchange is both empowering for the community and enriching for the artists, scholars, and curators involved.

This deeply community-oriented residency model ensures that the residencies leave a lasting, positive impact, emphasizing sustainability and mutual learning. The programs are designed not only to create thought-provoking art but also to build educational initiatives that focus on circularity, degrowth, and tech recycling techniques, tailored to the needs and knowledge of the local communities.

Therefore, the outcome of these residencies transcends artistic practice, blending conceptual thinking with environmental studies and contributions from the scientific community. By promoting a circular economy and raising awareness about the environmental and social impacts of resource extraction, the residencies aim to give back to the communities that host them. The results of this research and collaboration are presented in both public and institutional spaces, ensuring that the knowledge and insights gained are shared widely, sparking ongoing dialogue and action.

This holistic approach not only enriches the local communities but also integrates their wisdom and perspectives into global conversations about sustainability and technological development.