“We're putting the stability of the planet at risk. We are risking destabilising the entire Earth system. We're risking pushing the whole planet on a drift away from livable conditions for humanity”
Expedition Mission
A single-season crossing of the Northwest Passage, raising awareness of the 6 Planetary Tipping Points in the Arctic.
An expedition to gather benchmark data on the impact of climate change on this remote wilderness, and bring this science to the attention of the global business and financial community.
“Our mission will take us deep into the Arctic circle, sailing through the fabled Northwest Passage. This legendary route will explore 6 of the Planetary Tipping Points. We'll be collecting scientific data on ocean plastics, biodiversity and acoustics and will share our findings with the world.”
the abel tasman yacht
A 75-ft steel-hulled Bermuda Schooner, the Abel Tasman has an impressive history of traversing some of the world’s most remote places.
the northwest passage
A passage that was once impossible is now increasingly navigable, as Arctic summer sea ice has rapidly declined with climate change. Our journey will bear witness to the extreme and catastrophic changes being wrought on this remote region.
A team of world-class explorers
Aboard the Abel Tasman, a crew of explorers and adventurers - including award-winning filmmakers and sound designer, paragliders and divers, young scientists and storytellers - all united by a shared mission.
Johan Rockström
Johan Rockström is a Swedish scientist who is internationally recognised for his work on global sustainability issues. He led the renowned team of scientists who first proposed the Planetary Boundaries framework in 2009. He is the joint Director of Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) in Germany, and Professor in Earth System Science at the University of Potsdam.
A Changing Arctic
The crew will journey through 6 of the Global Tipping Points, along the way collecting crucial data on the impact of climate change on this vulnerable region.
Oxyria digyna, Greenland.With the support of key partners, this expedition will collect world-first data on biodiversity and microplastics in the Northwest Passage and along the full route.
Polar bear navigating melting ice, Arctic.
Embark on a journey
Join us as we step into a world of discovery and uncover the Arctic from land, sea, and air. Get a glimpse into the icy wilderness and life on board the Abel Tasman.
