ESRAG Podcast - With Deniz Vural

ESRAG Podcast explores Rotary community initiatives combating global climate change. With 1.2 million members, discover impactful projects. Join us as Deniz Vural unveils the inspiring efforts within the organization.

 

Introduction:

00:10 Intro Admiral & Felix

01:01 Interesting news Felix about first human bones, and ESRAG members visiting Felix

07:47 Interesting news Admiral - Wildfire management in Alaska - https://www.nationalgeographic.com/magazine/article/smokejumpers-parachute-to-fight-wildfires-in-alaska-backcountry

10:12: Introduction Guest Deniz Vural

Deniz has long been captivated by frozen environments, leading her to focus on the poles during her Marine Engineering studies. Her Bachelor’s thesis on polar code requirements highlighted the Arctic's vulnerability to climate change, sparking her desire to contribute to global environmental solutions. Unsatisfied with the shipping industry's environmental impact, she shifted to Geological Engineering for her Master’s, specializing in permafrost research. Professionally, she works at Türkiye’s Polar Research Institute, developing educational programs on climate change. Deniz is also active in NGOs, particularly through Rotary International, promoting environmental sustainability and individual engagement globally.

11:55 Background of Deniz Vural into climate

17:39 Journey of Interact into Rotaract and into Rotary

25:01 Journey into ESRAG and key initiatives that Deniz joined.

33:08 Why permafrost is crucial to our ecosystem. 

41:02 How did the Conservation Glacier Resource Taskforce come to be

48:55 How do you have time to do so many things? High level commitment.

Positive ending

58:28 Felix: Kenyan space center

58:58 Admiral: Million of mosquitoes released in Hawaii.

https://www.npr.org/2024/06/12/nx-s1-4906582/mosquito-hawaii-birds-endangered-species-extinct

 

More about ESRAG:

https://esrag.org/​​