New York City, September 22, 2025 — As the world’s leaders convene for Climate Week and the UN General Assembly in New York, bold new public works of art are bringing fresh energy and perspectives to the climate conversation. Expanding on the success of five Climate Action murals unveiled last year and viewed by over 100 million people, the New-York based non-profit Street Art for Mankind (SAM) is revealing three spectacular new pieces along New York City’s iconic High Line and Hudson Yards.

The High Line, a unique public green space in New York City, built on an historic, elevated rail line, along with nearby Hudson Yards, known for its striking architecture, will now host inspiring artwork along the route, focusing on three key areas for environmental action: the right to clean air, the value of water for humanity, and the groundbreaking solutions that young entrepreneurs are creating to protect and restore the environment.

Curated by SAM in partnership with the United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration — co-led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) — and the Climate Group, the expanded Climate Action Outdoor Museum transforms the city into a vibrant “green” art walk, stretching from Hudson Yards to the High Line. This evolving exhibit uses the universal language of art to inspire action and foster unity during one of the most critical moments for our planet.

The new murals include:

Onur’s 70ft H x 100ft W masterpiece at W 21st St. celebrating young changemakers who are reinventing humanity’s connection to the planet—one bright idea at a time. Inspired by UNEP’s flagship youth initiative, Young Champions of the Earth, it honors youth creativity, courage, and leadership for a just and sustainable future.

Vesod’s towering 12-story mural at W 23rd St. highlighting the essential value of water—both blue and green—and the urgent need to protect the full hydrological cycle to prevent the devastating effects of floods, droughts, fires, and famine.

Adry del Rocio’s poetic 90ft H x 70ft W mural at Hudson Yards (36th St. & 11th Ave) paying tribute to Clean Air for All, reminding us that air pollution remains the greatest environmental health risk and that protecting our shared atmosphere is a collective responsibility.

These new murals are made possible with the generous support of the Michael and Rebecca Cemo Foundation and Manhattan Mini Storage.

Visitors can deepen their experience through SAM’s free Behind the Wall® app, which acts as an audio guide featuring insights from artists and UN experts, as well as practical ways for everyone to take climate action.

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“These new murals are an invitation —to pause, to reflect, and to remember that we are all connected by the air we breathe, the water we share, and the future we shape together,” said Audrey and Thibault Decker, Cofounders of Street Art for Mankind. “Located in the heart of New York City, where millions pass each day, we hope that our Climate Action Outdoor Museum — and its new additions — can create an inspiring space for creativity, conversations and collective action amid challenging global climate negotiations.”

“The Climate Action Outdoor Museum joins other institutions dedicated to artwork across the world that raise awareness and inspires action through beauty and creativity, imagining a more sustainable future,” said Daniel Cooney, Director of UNEP’s Communication Division. “Launching in New York as nations gather here to address the world’s most pressing issues – including climate – the Museum will draw attention to the need to work together for people and planet.”

“These public artworks honour our right to clean air and water, spotlight youth-led solutions, and underscore the urgent need to protect our environment,” said Lotte Pang, Deputy Director of FAO’s Office of Communications. “They are a vivid reminder that restoring ecosystems and safeguarding natural resources is a shared responsibility, essential for the future and well-being of every community.” 

• Maps and more information: https://streetartmankind.org/climateactionnyc/
• Visual Assets: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/11dVoV6Jb38DRPF0MXx1SwJDVwVS1lCxk 

NOTES TO EDITORS

About the Artists

• Adry del Rocio is a Mexican street artist who immerses the viewer in a colorful world full of passion, dreams, and treasures, inviting us to experience the “unsurpassable beauty of existence.”
• Onur is a Berlin-based artist from Switzerland, known for his evocative oil paintings and large-scale murals. His artistic technique is rooted in the exploration of form and emotional depth.
• Vesod is an Italian street artist whose surrealistic murals, inspired by Renaissance art, blend geometry, mathematics, and futurism to create a unique visual language.

About the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration 

The UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration 2021-2030 is a rallying call for the protection and revival of ecosystems across the world, for the benefit of people and nature. It aims to halt the degradation of ecosystems and restore them to achieve global goals. The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the UN Decade, which is led by the United Nations Environment Programme and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. https://www.decadeonrestoration.org/ 

About Street Art for Mankind (SAM)

Street Art for Mankind (SAM) is a non-profit organization that curates and produces large murals around the world with prominent street artists. SAM’s goal is to raise awareness about social justice and environmental issues and to empower the public to become agents of change. https://streetartmankind.org/ Instagram @streetartmankind - X @streetartmkind

About The Michael and Rebecca Cemo Family Foundation

The Michael and Rebecca Cemo Family Foundation (Cemo Foundation) was established in Houston, Texas, in 1996. Since then, our focus has been on supporting causes related to higher education, food insecurity, veterans' affairs, animal welfare, and social issues.

For more information contact:


Audrey Decker, co-founder Street Art for Mankind & Artists: [email protected]  +1 305 934 5501