ANTARC-SHIP project: Exploring Environmental Stewardship in the Context of Tourism and Science
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February 22, 2024
ENP researchers, Machiel Lamers and Daniela Cajiao, have recently returned from their 6 week Antarctic expedition. The purpose of their fieldwork was to explore and assess Environmental Stewardship practices (i.e., the practices, technologies and management approaches we deploy to minimize our environmental footprint or to protect the environment) in the context of tourism, science, and logistical operations in Antarctica.
They were hosted by the Uruguayan and Spanish Polar Programs located at King George and Deception islands, part of the South Shetlands in the Antarctic Peninsula. They conducted interviews with researchers and logistical personnel at different research stations. They also performed participant observation methods at intensively used and visited sites. On their way back they were able to join a cruise vessel and support the expedition team in their activities while also providing a talk on Environmental Stewardship to tourists.
This research is part of the ANTARC-SHIP project, funded by NWO and implemented by ENP-WUR. The results of this project are expected to contribute to decision-making processes at the Antarctic Treaty System.
What happened on the journey?
If you are interested in knowing more about our trip visit our blogs.
December 21, 2023
Antarctica Blog 1: Before we go
Machiel Lamers and Daniela Cajiao are ENP researchers undertaking a scientific expedition to Antarctica in the context of the ANTARC-SHIP project. Their expedition takes place from mid-December 2023 until the end of January 2024. Stay tuned with this blog to hear the latest research updates, stories and adventures coming out of Antarctica! Read more
December 27, 2023
Antarctica Blog 2: Lima– Amsterdam…Retornamos a la estacion
Machiel Lamers and Daniela Cajiao are ENP researchers undertaking a scientific expedition to Antarctica in the context of the ANTARC-SHIP project. Their expedition takes place from mid-December 2023 until the end of January 2024. Stay tuned with this blog to hear the latest research updates, stories and adventures coming out of Antarctica!Read more
January 5, 2024
Antarctica Blog 3: Is collaboration everything?
Machiel Lamers and Daniela Cajiao are ENP researchers undertaking a scientific expedition to Antarctica in the context of the ANTARC-SHIP project. Their expedition takes place from mid-December 2023 until the end of January 2024. Stay tuned with this blog to hear the latest research updates, stories and adventures coming out of Antarctica!Read more
January 16, 2024
Antarctica Blog 4: Do transitory communities care for the environment?
Machiel Lamers and Daniela Cajiao are ENP researchers undertaking a scientific expedition to Antarctica in the context of the ANTARC-SHIP project. Their expedition takes place from mid-December 2023 until the end of January 2024. Stay tuned with this blog to hear the latest research updates, stories and adventures coming out of Antarctica!Read more
January 25, 2024
Antarctica Blog 5: Manage or remove?
Machiel Lamers and Daniela Cajiao are ENP researchers undertaking a scientific expedition to Antarctica in the context of the ANTARC-SHIP project. Their expedition takes place from mid-December 2023 until the end of January 2024. Stay tuned with this blog to hear the latest research updates, stories and adventures coming out of Antarctica!Read more
February 6, 2024
Antarctica Blog 6: "The Dutch Police"
Machiel Lamers and Daniela Cajiao are ENP researchers undertaking a scientific expedition to Antarctica in the context of the ANTARC-SHIP project. Their expedition takes place from mid-December 2023 until the end of January 2024.Read more
