In part two of our special We the Children at Sea series, Zach continues his Arctic expedition aboard the National Geographic Resolution, this time focusing on conversations with three remarkable environmental experts. Join us as Alexandra Kristjansdottir, an environmental engineer with a rich global perspective, discusses her role in combating climate change through innovative engineering solutions. She shares personal observations of the alarming changes in the polar regions and emphasizes the need for viewing waste as a valuable resource. Jackie Weston, transitioning from human physiology to a dedicated naturalist, recounts her thrilling journey from guiding grizzly bear tours to studying polar bears in the Arctic. Her stories highlight the interconnectedness of ecosystems and her passion for educating others about wildlife and conservation. Kerstin Langenberger, a polar guide with deep environmental science expertise, shares observations on the rapid transformations in the Arctic. Her viral photo of a thin polar bear brings a stark visual to the discussion, underlining the urgency of addressing global warming.

Together, they explore the significant challenges and changes they've witnessed firsthand in the Arctic's fragile environments, providing a powerful testament to the global impacts of local environmental changes.

• Alexandra on environmental engineering and witnessing climate change (00:01:26)
• Jackie's journey from physiology to polar naturalism (00:06:36)
• Kerstin's on the visible effects of climate change in the Arctic (00:16:20)
• Discussion on innovative recycling solutions in Iceland (00:03:07)
• The role of sea ice in polar bear habitats (00:09:37)
• Impact of climate change on Arctic wildlife and ecosystems (00:17:22)

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