Local boy visits Arctic
The organisation has led seven expeditions to the Arctic since 2003, taking artists, scientists, educators and communicators to experience the effects of climate change firsthand. By physically sailing to the heart of the debate, Cape Farewell aims to draw people's attention to the effects of ocean currents on us and our climate – revealing the workings of this crucial part of the planet through scientific experiments, film, live web broadcasts, events and exhibitions.
Local MP, Dan Rogerson visited North Cornwall's intrepid traveller, Josh Hockridge, at Launceston College to congratulate him on his trip and hear all about the experience.
Commenting afterwards, he said:
"Josh and his colleagues were tremendously brave to put themselves in the grip of extreme weather conditions in the Arctic, but the experience was clearly invaluable.
"Our efforts to tackle climate change sometimes feel like such a small contribution to such a massive problem, but by going to see the ice melting – in front of his very eyes – Josh knew that we had to take this problem seriously.
"Everyday Governments sit by and let the planet increase in temperature as a result of human behaviour, we put the lives and livelihoods of our children and grandchildren at risk.
"Now that President Obama is in the White House, we can hope for a more constructive approach from the United States. We must work together, too, to persuade China and India that their countries must not just develop bigger economies, but greener economies, and the best way to do so is to lead by example here in Britain."
Note to Editors: A photograph is attached: "Arctic explorer Josh Hockridge (left) with Dan Rogerson MP (right) at Launceston College". Further information is available at: http://www.capefarewell.com
