OFFICIAL PROGRAM FOR GREENLAND
Qeqqata Kommunia
7-8 NOV
Sisimiut
Experience Sisimiut – Greenland’s hub for innovation, knowledge, and tradition.
As Greenland’s second-largest town and home to the country’s leading technical institutions, Sisimiut is a dynamic centre where science, entrepreneurship, local culture and traditions meet.
Under the Greenland Science Week theme “All Eyes on Greenland”, this year’s local program explores how innovation and research can support Sisimiut’s strong spirit of enterprise and help shape Greenland’s future — sustainably and creatively. ​
​Science tour in Greenlands technology center
NOV 7:
2 pm. Greenlands technology center
Join this trip around Sisimiut and visit Tech College Greenland, Arctic DTU and experience some of their many tech/sustainable research projects.
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Innovation: A panel discussion in Taseralik
NOV 7:
7 pm. Taseralik
A panel discussion between scientists, educators, business owners and the local community in culture house Taseralik. Sisimiut has been renowned in Greenland for its entrepreneurship. How do we stay entrepreneurial and how can scientists help with this..
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World Heritage festival in Taseralik: Building the future together
NOV 8:
1-5 pm. Taseralik
Aasivissuit-Nipisat World Heritage site invites scientists, locals, hunters, fishermen, and tourism operators to take part in shaping the future of our outstanding cultural World Heriatge site. After five years of learning and development, we’re ready to move forward — from finding our footing to building the future. Join us to hear the latest updates and share your input on how the site can grow as a meaningful and sustainable destination.
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nnovation: A workshop for scientists and businesses
1-3 pm. Taseralik
Sisimiut has been renowned in Greenland for its entrepreneurship. How can collaboration between science and business drive local growth and innovation?
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3-5 pm: Science festival in Taseralik
3-5 pm. Taseralik
Present and discuss your research with the inhabitants of Sisimiut in culture house Taseralik.
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9 NOV
Sarfannguit
Visit Sarfannguit - experience traditional life in the village, where nature sets the pace.
Under the Greenland Science Week theme “All eyes on Greenland” we invite you to experience the Aasivissuit–Nipisat World Heritage area through the lens of Sarfannguit – a small village rich culture, history and deep connection to nature.
This unique day focuses on how science and heritage can support sustainable development in a community where the rhythm of life follows the seas.
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Boat trip to Sarfannguit from Sisimiut harbour
NOV 9:
​9.30 am. Sisimiut harbour
We sail from Sisimiut into Aasivissuit – Nipisat World Heritage area ending in heritage village of Sarfannguit.
Sarfannguit World Heritage tour
NOV 9:
11 am.
Join this tour of the village inside the world heritage and see the new award-winning pavilion.
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World Heritage and Science festival in Sarfannguit School
NOV 9:
1 pm:Sarfannguit school
Join locals, scientists, hunters, fishermen and tourist operators to hear about the recent developments in Aasivissuit – Nipisat World Heritage site – and help shape what comes next.
​Researchers are also invited to present and discuss their work and research with the community in an open, two-way exchange
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Boat return trip to Sisimiut
NOV 9:
3.30 pm.
We sail from Sarfannguit harbor and return to Sisimiut.
More information contact lead organizer: Qeqqata municipality
10-11 NOV
Kangerlussuaq
Discover Kangerlussuaq – where Climate, Culture and Science meet.
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Under the Greenland Science Week theme “All eyes on Greenland” we turn our focus to Kangerlussuaq – a place in transition. Once Greenland´s main air gateway and a central hub for Arctic research, Kangerlussuaq is now reimagining itself as a center for science tourism and cultural heritage.
Join us at the edge of the Ice Sheep to explore how researchers, the World Heritage site Aasivissuit – Nipisat, and the local community can shape its future.
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Science tour in Kangerlussuaq town
NOV 10:
​2 pm. Kangerlussuaq town
Join this trip around Kangerlussuaq and visit the many science-supporting places in town.
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World Heritage and Science festival in Kangerlussuaq Museum
NOV 10:
7 pm. Kangerlussuaq museum
Join locals, scientist, hunters, fishermen, and tourist operators to hear about the recent developments in Aasivissuit – Nipisat World Heritage site – and help shape what comes next
​Researchers are also invited to present and discuss their work and research with the community in an open, two-way exchange.
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Science and test center tour to Ice Sheet
NOV 11:
11 am. Ice sheet
Join this trip to Greenland most researched area - the Ice Sheet at Russell Glacier and point 660 – and see the latest development with a spectacular view in Aasivissuit–Nipisat World Heritage area.