About the series
As part of the South Pole Master Planning process, a planning charrette will be held virtually. The facilitated charrette is designed to provide a forum for the scientific community to engage in conversations about science conducted at the South Pole Station and to discuss facility requirements, siting criteria, and infrastructure/ utility needs.
The charrette will take place over four days: August 22, 24, 29, and 31 from 12 - 6 pm EST (10 am - 4 pm MST) each day. The current agenda is noted below, however, it is subject to change.
Registration is required. Please register for the event online.
Day 1, August 22 - South Pole Station Overview
- South Pole Station Mission and Vision
- South Pole Station Overview
- Opportunities and Constraints
- Structure/Facilities
- Utilities and Operations
- Airfield
Day 2, August 24 - Science
- Dark Sector
- Clean Air Sector
- Medical Research
Day 3, August 29 - Science
- Quiet Sector
- South Pole Station
- Other Science
- Science Vision
Day 4, August 31 - Master Planning
- Land Use Districts
- Site Planning
- Opportunities/Constraints
- Capital Projects
- Next Steps
