You Mean the World: Nursing in a climate crisis
Royal College of Nursing • Professional company
You Mean the World: Nursing in a climate crisis
By Royal College of Nursing • Professional company
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The Royal College of Nursing presents You Mean the World: Nursing in a climate crisis, a free exhibition at the Library venue. Running for 360 minutes, the exhibition explores the climate crisis through the history of air pollution and recycling and reuse in nursing, and how nursing teams are taking climate action today — from green social prescribing to developing sustainable nursing tools. It features archive photographs, historical and contemporary objects, and repurposed uniforms. Highlights include redesigned and repurposed medical gowns from PPE Refashioned, from AHRC-funded research led by Prof Katherine Townsend at Nottingham Trent University. Suitable for ages 12 and over; free admission.
Why see this show?
A free exhibition that connects the everyday work of nursing to the climate emergency, through archive photographs, historical objects and repurposed uniforms. Thought-provoking and accessible — open for 360 minutes each day at the Library.
Monday 11 - Thursday 21 August 2025
All performances at 10:00
8 performances
360 minutes
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Free
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does admission cost?
Admission is free.
How long is the exhibition open each day?
The exhibition is open for 360 minutes.
Where is the exhibition?
At the Library venue, as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Is there an age guidance?
The exhibition is suitable for ages 12 and over.
What does the exhibition feature?
The exhibition includes archive photographs, historical and contemporary objects, and repurposed uniforms. Highlights include redesigned and repurposed medical gowns from PPE Refashioned, from AHRC-funded research led by Prof Katherine Townsend at Nottingham Trent University.
What themes does the exhibition explore?
The exhibition explores the climate crisis through the history of air pollution and recycling and reuse in nursing, and how nursing teams are taking climate action today through green social prescribing and sustainable nursing tools.
About This Performance
You Mean the World: Nursing in a climate crisis is a exhibitions performance at Library during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 360 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.
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Venue: Library
Library is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.
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Ticket Prices: From £null
Age Guidance: 12+
Content Warnings: None
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Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025
Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.You Mean the World: Nursing in a climate crisis represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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