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This is Heïdi
Heïdi is a Glaciologist set out to complete the first ever carbon-neutral science expedition in the Arctic and gather invaluable information on micro-particles. This could be a key in stopping glaciers from further melting and sea levels from rising. Heïdi advises governments all over the world on questions regarding glaciers and climate change and is also researching tropical glaciers.
With your help
Heïdi will not only be able to complete her groundbreaking expedition and conduct research but also further educate politicians to take vital decisions to stop global warming.
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Why care
Currently, 99.9 % of all glaciers are melting, contributing to a significant threat – sea level rise. Over 700 million people will be directly affected by this. Indirectly, massive streams of refugees will increase population density, diseases and conflict dramatically.
The work
Heïdi is a Glaciologist and part of the female scientist group Climate Sentinels.
Heïdi and the other members of Climate Sentinels prepare for the first ever carbon-neutral modern science expedition, that will take place in April 2021.
Heïdi gathers data on Arctic pollution by collecting snow samples.
She measures the concentration of fine particles to further understand the urgency and composition of atmospheric pollution.
She works to spread awareness to communities and to put pressure on politicians.
Achievements
Has completed numerous community outreach programs with schools and universities in Sweden, Norway, France and the US to educate students on the impact of climate change.
Has been a part of various expeditions and worked in Svalbard, the Himalayas, Greenland, Colombia and the Larsen C ice shelf in Antarctica.
Planned for the first ever carbon-neutral modern science expedition, which was postponed to 2021 due to covid-19.
Has worked with students to build sensors for the expedition and empowered them to take action.
Is the host of “Extreme Earth” for French TV, France 5.
The mission
Heïdi is on a mission to complete the first ever carbon-neutral science expedition and to stop glaciers from melting.
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