Saving the Polar Icecaps

Posted by Evelyn Kanter Feb 17, 2007

You probably already have heard the news -- International scientists observing the polar regions in 2006 have reported that ice is melting faster than predicted, and that the refreezing that used to take place late summer or early fall is now delayed until late autumn.

But -- Did you know that 2007/2008 is International Polar Year?

Norwegian Coastal Voyage operates a regular schedule of adventure and exploration cruises to the polar regions of the Arctic and Antarctica. The company already works with local cultural and environmental groups.

Now, they've added the United Nations World Meteorological Organization, to help the WMO raise awareness worldwide of just how we humans affect climate changes.

It's a good combination -- at the same time passengers get to see the stunning beauty and amazing wildlife of these remote regions, they are educated and informed about how to protect it for future generations.