Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg drew global attention after challenging world leaders over the “climate crisis”, which she views as one of the most important challenges currently facing humanity.
The University of Winchester in the United Kingdom is facing criticism over its decision to erect a life-size statue of Greta Thunberg in late March.
Particularly, the move to honour the Swedish teen activist raised eyebrows among members of the University and Colleges Union (UCU). In its Twitter account, the branch tweeted that it has filed a motion of censure over the decision to spend £24,000 (some $32,800) on a Thunberg sculpture “after years of austerity”.
The UCU, however, clarified that it was not the person being honoured with the statue or the cause for which she fights that it felt was inappropriate.
Many people were concerned about the subject, however, questioning the achievements that made the climate activist deserve a statue.
Some warned that the sculpture would be toppled.
“What a total waste of money,” local resident Simon Dixon told the Hampshire Chronicle. “Total waste of money. I wonder whose bright idea that was”, another reader added.
Others were more agreeable to honouring Thunberg, only questioning whether she had a connection with the university.
Any backlash, however, does not appear to be affecting the fate of the sculpture, which was ready in the middle of the month and is set to be unveiled on 30 March, according to the sculptor behind the statue, Christine Charlesworth.
The artist received positive comments toward her work, with many praising the project as “great”, “amazing” and “brilliant”.
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