Glaciers in Conversation: Sports, Science, Advocacy

Join us for a discussion on the intersections between sports, science, and environmental advocacy during Zurich’s first ever Climate Week! 

👉 Important: The event will be held in English.

Meet Professor Anthony Pratt, climate justice activist Emiliana Rickenmann Montes, and Olympic snowboarder Sina Candrian for an interactive conversation. The evening will begin with a panel discussion moderated by Pamela EA, co-founder of Climate Words and Protect Our Winters Creativity Alliance Member, followed by group conversations with the guest speakers.

Glaciers are a visible sign of rising temperatures. There are approximately 1,400 glaciers in Switzerland alone, representing 1,400 reasons to act. To many of us, glaciers are distant and not represented in our immediate surroundings or daily decisions. So, how are they connected to our lives, our policies, and our sports, and why are they worth talking about in 2026?

Join us to spark new conversations and find your reasons to act!

Speakers

Anthony Patt was an environmental lawyer in Vermont before earning his PhD in Environmental Policy and eventually heading the Climate Policy Lab at ETH Zurich.

Emiliana Rickenmann is an internationalist and feminist climate justice activist, co-founder of Latinas por el Clima, working at the intersection of human rights, gender, and climate.

Sina Candrian is a professional snowboarder who directs the GORILLA youth program at the Schtifti Foundation, promoting active and balanced lives through action sports and wellness. As a board member of Das Gelbe Haus, she remains rooted in the cultural life of her community.

Moderator

Pamela EA is a documentary photographer, co-founder of Climate Words, and Protect Our Winters Creativity Alliance Member whose work centers on climate justice and gender equality.

Attendance

Tickets are limited. Attendance is free and must be booked in advance. Please cancel your ticket if you can no longer attend to open your spot to the waitlist.

Tabling

There will be a small selection of drinks including an alcohol free beer from our sponsor, Zeer Brewing. Protect Our Winters and Climate Words will have informational materials available by the entrance, as well as some merch in exchange for donations to the causes.