LAGI Halifax/Kjipuktuk 2027 we're shaping the post-carbon future right here at home
a visionary collaboration for clean energy + community
SALT’s inaugural project is a partnership with The Land Art Generator Initiative (LAGI), an international non-profit known for pioneering low-carbon energy and water infrastructures that double as inspiring cultural landmarks.
Working in collaboration with local communities, LAGI aims to create regenerative artworks that highlight the creative possibilities of a post-carbon future.
For details on Arch of Time, in photo, learn more here.
the international design competition
SALT is spearheading a collaboration with LAGI and the Africville Heritage Trust (AHT) to host an international design competition in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
The free and open LAGI competition provides an opportunity for creative minds around the world to reflect on the nature of energy infrastructures and what they can aspire to be in their built form. How can they integrate themselves into our cities in ways that enhance public space, educate and inspire?
what is Africville?
Africville was a close‐knit black community in the north end of Halifax for over 120 years. The people of Africville had ownership and a strong sense of community. The city demolished Africville in the 1960s, and many of its residents have been fighting for justice ever since.
Today the Africville Heritage Trust are the future and environmentally-minded stewards of the remaining land, with exciting plans afoot for a waterfront renewal project, a marina and sailing school and a new interpretation centre
LAGI 2027 is a first for Canada
SALT aims to see the innovative, winning design installed at the site, serving Africville with abundant clean energy. The impact on the community will be enormous and will stand as a powerful symbol of justice and sustainability.
honoring the past and building a just future
In 2024 Africville received a prestigious UNESCO designation as a Place of History and Memory linked to Enslavement and the Slave Trade. In keeping with this globally recognized honour, LAGI Halifax/Kjipuktuk 2027 will be anchored in the same spirit of justice, inclusion and equity. We will work closely with the AHT to develop a design brief that responds to the socioeconomic and cultural needs of the Africville community.
SALT shares the Africville Heritage Trust's community values, which celebrate:
Public art as a tool for placemaking and storytelling
The need for sustainable energy generation
Our collective responsibility to adapt to new climate realities
Greater diversity in design and climate science professions
Our LAGI project will exemplify a more just, inclusive approach to infrastructure development.
how you can contribute
SALT is actively raising sponsorship funds for LAGI Halifax/Kjipuktuk 2027 to bring this visionary project to life.
Reach out to learn more about the many overall benefits of joining us!
We invite everyone to be part of this landmark initiative to forge a more equitable and sustainable future for Africville, and for us all.