2022 Expedition

WHY
ANTARCTICA

We at Ventient are very proud of the many initiatives which make us a global ESG leader in onshore wind. But our meaning goes even deeper: to also address global issues.
Climate change is a reality that cannot be ignored. That’s why we’ve joined Foundation2041 on an expedition to Antarctica. We’ve been experiencing the effects of global warming in the natural environment most threatened by them—and have returned to educate and lead our stakeholders on a journey toward sustainability.

The expedition has deeply impacted us and emphasised, even more, the urgency for action and the hope that we and our fellow explorers can make positive changes through education, collaboration and action.
We need to protect Antarctica and ensure we, our stakeholders and the new family we’ve bonded with during this experience across Antarctica, can make a real positive difference for the future.

Photo by Trenton Branson. www.trentonbranson.com

Photo by Trenton Branson. www.trentonbranson.com

Photo by Trenton Branson. www.trentonbranson.com

Photo by Trenton Branson. www.trentonbranson.com

Photo by Trenton Branson. www.trentonbranson.com

Antarctica is a symbol, frozen in time, which represents our united responsibility to steer humanity towards a more hopeful future.

The key to our Antarctica mission is to promote the use of renewable energy across the globe. Fittingly, we sailed to our unforgettable destination on the new Ocean Victory expedition ship, one of a new generation of low-energy vessels which uses 60% less energy than comparable size and has the lowest carbon emissions per passenger in the entire industry. Keep reading to discover what we learned and experienced on our voyage.

DAY 1

  • Ushuaia

Day 2&3

  • Martial Glacier

Day 4

  • The Beagle Channel

Day 5

  • Drake Passage

Day 6

  • Anvers Island

Day 7

  • Lemaire Channel and Pleneau Island

Day 8

  • Gerlache Strait and Neko Harbour

Day 9

  • Cierva Cove and Mikkelsen Harbour

Day 10

  • Deception Island, Whalers Bay and Telefon Point

Day 11

  • Drakes Passage

Day 12

  • Ushuaia

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Day 4

Drakes Passage

Today we will cross the middle of the Drake Passage – the body of water between the South Shetland islands of Antarctica and South America’s Cape Horn. As the team pass by the Cape they will hear about Robert Swan’s incredible journeys through these seas, and Jeff Bonaldi’s recounting of the history of Antarctic exploration. Cape Horn is on the small island of Hornos, marking the point at which the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans come together. We will have an opportunity to “Turn the Horn”, a traditional reference to sailing from 50 degrees south of one coast to 50 degrees south of the other, literally moving around Cape Horn itself to enjoy the scenery from all angles.

EXPEDITION DIARY

TALKS AND
WORKSHOPS

Alongside the voyage are a series of talks and interactive workshops for the guests to take part in, including:

Let’s Save the Last Pristine Continent
Robert Swan, Founder, 2041 Foundation

Robert Swan discusses how he took up the mission to preserve Antarctica. From the inspiration of other explorers’ accomplishments and becoming the first man to trek to both Poles, to his journey to the South Pole where he experienced physical hardship caused by climate change and accepting the challenge from the incredible Jacques Cousteau, Swan discusses the problems facing the success of the mission and what we can do to save the last pristine continent.

History of Exploration in Antarctica
Jeff Bonaldi, CEO, The Explorer’s Passage

Robert Swan discusses how he took up the mission to preserve Antarctica. From the inspiration of other explorers’ accomplishments and becoming the first man to trek to both Poles, to his journey to the South Pole where he experienced physical hardship caused by climate change and accepting the challenge from the incredible Jacques Cousteau, Swan discusses the problems facing the success of the mission and what we can do to save the last pristine continent.

The Challenges & Science Behind Climate Change
David Hone, Climate Expert

Climate change is threatening our planet. Large statistical variations in weather patterns are changing at an alarming rate. Although climate change refers to the broader causations, it is most closely associated with the human impacts. Through our overconsumption and negligence, global warming has become disastrous, and nowhere is this more evident than in the polar regions. This talk looks to examine these factors and begin to provide information to facilitate dialogue with leaders in industry, business, and government to create change.

Storytelling 101
Barney Swan, International Director, ClimateForce

Storytelling is an art form. It has been an integral part of humanity’s culture since inception. In this workshop, Barney Swan, the International Director of ClimateForce will deconstruct how to effectively tell a story or convey a message, showing the tools of constructing personal stories to have a positive impact on one’s life and those around them.

2022 VENTIENT
EXPEDITION TEAM

MARK JONES


CEO, Ventient Energy

Mark Jones, CEO, discusses his thoughts and reasons as to why the trip to Antarctica is so important and what he hopes to gain from it.

HARRIET KELLEY


FINANCIAL MODELLER

Harriet joined Ventient in 2020 as a financial modeller to ensure her work efforts went into being part of the climate solution.  She is passionate about leaving the world in a better state for her two young girls and joined the Antarctica expedition with the goal of expanding her impact.

DIOGO CARIDADE


BI/DATA ANALYST

A very active person who is always up for a challenge, Diogo’s aim for the Antarctica expedition is to gain valuable information on global warming to help drive Ventient’s climate change mission to provide people with the tools and the motivation to start making a difference in their lives and their communities.

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THE 2041
FOUNDATION

The Madrid Protocol banning exploitation of Antarctica will expire in 2041. In 1991, French explorer Jacques Cousteau tasked polar explorer Robert Swan OBE, with a 50-year mission to save the continent. Jacques urged Robert to engage people on climate change and promote the use of renewable energy. From this, Robert’s 2041 Foundation was born. Its mission is to engage businesses and communities on climate science, personal leadership, and the promotion of sustainable practices.

2022 EXPEDITION LEADERS

OUR PARTNERS