The Maelstrom Institute on the Isle of Sheppey unites climate research and community engagement, using weather-related data collection to communicate with the community through an architectural performance to educate and inspire resilience against climate change.

The town of Sheerness is a place both exposed to the accelerating effects of climate change and in need of social and economic revitalisation. With projections indicating that Sheppey may face significant flooding within the next century, the Institute stands as both a beacon of climate resilience and a catalyst for local engagement.

The Maelstrom Institute is a dual purpose facility, designed to bridge the gap between science and society. It not only houses advanced meteorological and environmental research functions but also opens its doors to the public, inviting local residents to actively participate in the dialogue surrounding climate change.

Through interactive exhibits, workshops, and educational programmes, the Maelstrom Institute empowers the community to understand, prepare for, and respond to the realities of our changing planet.