Led by saxophonist and composer Torben Snekkestad, in collaboration with glaciologist Prof. Andy Hodson (UNIS) and the Norwegian Academy of Music, the project captures the voices of glaciers—recording their movements, ruptures, and hidden resonances. These sounds, combined with scientific data sonification, will form the foundation of innovative electroacoustic compositions, immersive soundscapes, and artistic installations.
The GlaciGas project at UNIS highlights the urgent scientific context: Svalbard's glaciers are major methane emission hotspots, releasing potent greenhouse gases as they retreat. The research underscores the accelerating impact of climate change and the critical need for immediate action.