October 8, 2007—The International Polar Foundation recently announced that the Princess Elisabeth Antarctica, the world’s first “zero emission” scientific research station and Belgium’s new Antarctic base, was presented to the public for four days in Brussels, Belgium.
The station is designed to function entirely on renewable energies. The station’s team of researchers will advance understanding of the Earth’s ecosystem and climate change while testing construction designs aimed at reducing their environmental impact.
The IPF encourages the adoption of innovative solutions that enable people to respond in a sustainable manner to the challenges associated with climate change. According to the IPF, Antarctica offers a hope to society: “The unique and shared manner in which this continent is governed shows us that we can work together to find an answer to the climate challenges that face us.”
For more information visit the Princess Elisabeth Antarctic Station Web site.
