Category: TOPtoTOP
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Preparing for Our Next Chapter: Turning Challenges into Opportunities
Warm greetings from NOGVA shipyard in Ålesund, where Pachamama is receiving the loving care she needs after our Arctic adventure. A Humbling Reminder When our engine failed near Björnøya – Svalbard and we drifted toward those imposing cliffs, the sea reminded us once again of her power and the importance…
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Bjørnoya
Through Arctic Winds and Waves, with Teamwork and Purpose In early June, the TOPtoTOP mother ship Pachamama, accompanied by our daughter vessel Naomi, set sail once more in Lyngseidet – this time first heading north, then South to the vibrant Arctic town of Tromsø. It was there that volunteer Jane…
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A Fleet for the Planet: The Next Generation of TOPtoTOP Sets Sail
We are proud to announce a new chapter in the TOPtoTOP Expedition: our fleet is growing! Alongside our trusted mothership Pachamama, the 35-foot steel sister ship “Naomi” is now ready for action. Under the command of Noé—who just successfully completed his captain’s exam—Naomi has been fully restored by all of…
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Salina + Noé
Against All Odds: The Remarkable Academic Journey of Salina and Noé Schwoerer The story of Salina and Noé Schwoerer represents a triumph of determination, resilience, and educational innovation that challenges conventional notions of schooling and academic achievement. Born into the extraordinary world of the TOPtoTOP Global Climate Expedition, these two…
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The light is back
Many thanks to all members who take part in the expedition. This year 16 people have already taken part. This winter there was a lot of wind and snow, so it was difficult to take samples or collect plastic. So we also used the time for indoor training. REGA emergency…