Ice Edge

FAQs

Who is running this Ice Edge competition?

It's organised by Edge, an education foundation campaigning to raise the status of practical learning. Click here to view Edge's website: www.edge.co.uk

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Won't the trip to the Arctic damage the environment?

The main purpose of the Ice Edge competition is to raise awareness of issues that affect the environment. By taking the winners of the competition to the area that they are trying to protect, they will be able to see first hand the damage that has been caused in the region, particularly by changes in the climate.

We have calculated the carbon cost of the trip and will be making donations to cover the cost via the Carbon Neutral Company (www.carbonneutral.com).

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If I win how much will the trip cost me?

At this stage it's best to focus on coming up with a great idea. The whole trip is paid for and if you win we'll make sure you've got all the equipment that you need too - so get thinking!

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When will the final judging event happen?

If the judges think your idea is really good, you'll be asked to come to London on either Friday 4th May or Saturday 5th May to present your idea in person.
The jugding will take place at Imperial College, South Kensington Campus, London SW7 2AZ.

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When will the 40 winners be going to the Arctic?

The Arctic trip will take place on 5th July to 11th July.

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There'll be quite a group. The 40 winners will be joined by Edge's staff, a team of experienced teachers and a bunch of journalists.

Find out more about the partners closely invloved in trip on our Prize page.

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Yes lots! Visit www.edge.co.uk to find out more.

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The competition is designed to inspire 13 to 17 year olds and promote practical learning in science and technology. It's also to encourage young people to think about our natural environment and what we can do to improve it. And let's not forget it's about having fun too.

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No, it’s all free. If you get to the finals we pay your expenses to stay nearby on Finals Day and if you win – lucky you - we pick up the tab for your flights, travel, board and food. How good is that?

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There's lots of good stuff on this site to get you thinking - but remember weï¿½re looking for new ideas, not things people have done already.

Quick route: have a look at our Ideas section: docs/ideas.php

More research: go to our Links page to find organisations that may be able to help you.

Questions and answers section: ask other visitors to the site to answer your question.

And finally you can always ask your friends, parents, teachers.

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What if I have a question about the competition and need help?

Have a look on this website, ask a teacher, ask other website visitors through Your Questions, Your Answers or email us at:

info@iceedge.co.uk

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How do I get help from an expert, or any special or additional resources or advice?

Quick route - have a look at our Ideas section: docs/ideas.php

More research - go to our Links page to find organisations in this area

Your Questions, Your Answers - ask other visitors to answer your question through this section of the site

International Polar Year information: http://www.ipy.org/about/

And finally you can always ask your parents, friends, teachers or the Education Business Partnership www.nebpn.org

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Ben Saunders is an adventurer with three North Pole expeditions under his belt. He is the youngest person ever to ski solo to the North Pole. You can read more about him on www.bensaunders.com

Ben loves Ice Edge and will be keeping a close eye on the competition. And he's going to join us for a webchat soon so watch this space!

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What if I am a teacher and need advice or assistance?

You will recieve a Schools Guide by the end of November which should answer many of your questions. For further queries email us at: teachers@iceedge.co.uk

If you want to share your knowledge with the Ice Edge entrants, try answering some of their questions by clicking here: docs/qanda.php

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