In a swirl of ocean blues, green spaces and furrows of crops, the five-foot diameter globe delivers a critical message to all passengers on Spaceship Earth: "Be a green voyager."

Created by artist Constance Mallinson and sponsored by PotashCorp, the globe is one of 100 that make up a unique public art project in Chicago called "Cool Globes: Hot Ideas for a Cooler Planet."

Unveiled June 1, 2007, the globes will be on display along Chicago's lakefront from the Field Museum north to Navy Pier until October. Each was created by a different artist and designed to inspire individuals and businesses to take action against global warming.

"Our customers, investors and employees already know of our commitment to sustainable business practices and how important high-yield agricultural practices are to minimizing mankind’s environmental footprint," said Stephen Dowdle, Senior Vice President, Fertilizer Sales. "By keeping existing agricultural land viable, fertilizers not only help save wildlife habitats but also preserve forested areas, which are the world's largest offset to greenhouse gas emissions. Participating in the Cool Globes exhibit gives voice to that message beyond the agriculture community."

After the exhibit closes, selected globes will be auctioned, with proceeds to fund expansion of the Chicago Conservation Clubs in Chicago Public Schools and other environmental education programs in the city.

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