The mural, designed and painted by Kamaka Aquino, highlights the need for local innovation in line with Sustainable Development Goal #9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.

According to Aquino, a prominent feature of the installation is a lightbulb, which illuminates the entire mural, symbolizing the local spark that must spread through all aspects of business and innovation on Guam in order for long term generational prosperity.

“This is a testament to why sustainability will always be relevant. No matter when priorities change, sustainability will always matter. That’s because the whole definition of sustainability is living on our island like we intend to stay here. That’s never going out of style,” said Austin Shelton Ph.D., the director of the UOG Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant, which facilitates the G3 initiative. “Leaving can never be the priority because we all love our island so much, and we want our future generations to continue to be here and to thrive.”

The G3 Art Corps initiative engages local artists in creating public art that promotes environmental awareness and social change. Through these murals, G3 aims to inspire dialogue and action on critical sustainability issues facing Guam.

Hagatna mayor Michael Gumataotao was excited about the mural in the island’s capital saying that the village is the center of the island and it continues to be a shining example of CHamoru culture. He said, “Today we are about to add to that story with the unveiling of this mural here in CHamoru Village. This mural is a reflection of the talent of our local artist and a symbol of our shared vision for a sustainable future.”

UOG Senior Vice-President and Provost Sharleen Santos-Bamba Ph.D., lauded the great impacts of the G3 program and the dedication the university has to the community.

“I know that we all recognize the value that UOG brings to our island and the value that we bring to individuals who move on to their home islands. Our footprint is definitely in Hagatna but our footprint also extends to Micronesia,” added Santos-Bamba.

The unveiling ceremony was attended by community members, local officials, and representatives from Guam Green Growth with Chairperson for the Committees on the Arts and Culture in the 38th Guam Legislature - Senator Shelly Calvo expressing her support for the program and excitement for future mural reveals.

This latest mural joins a growing collection of G3 Art Corps projects across the island, transforming public spaces into vibrant canvases for environmental advocacy. The murals serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of community engagement in building a sustainable future for Guam.