FIRE, WATER, EARTH, AIR: Climate Change in the Nordic Region Through Film

Description

This session offers a screening of the documentary FIRE, WATER, EARTH, AIR, a cinematic outcome of the CliCNord research project, which investigates climate change impacts and adaptation strategies in Nordic communities. Directed by Phie Ambo (DK) with co-directors Ewa Cederstam (SE), Rógvi Rasmussen (FE), and Janne Lindgren (NO), the film brings together four local film crews to portray how climate change is experienced across Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and the Faroe Islands. Through the elemental framing of fire, water, earth, and air, the documentary captures the lived realities of unprecedented wildfires, floods, landslides, and storms. It features passionate individuals, retired emergency responders, children, politicians, and scientists, weaving together personal narratives with scientific insights from the CliCNord project. The result is a powerful and hopeful portrayal of how people in small communities are adapting to a rapidly changing world—and how research can be translated into concrete, locally relevant solutions. The session will begin with a short introduction by Rico Kongsager, project leader of CliCNord, who will provide context on the
research behind the film and the collaborative process that shaped its development. Following the full screening of the documentary, the session will conclude with a brief moderated discussion on the role of film and visual storytelling in climate research. This closing dialogue will reflect on how
documentaries can contribute to climate research and public engagement, and foster dialogue between researchers, communities, and policymakers. By showcasing FIRE, WATER, EARTH, AIR, this session aims to spark interdisciplinary reflection on the power of storytelling in geography and climate studies, and to highlight the potential of creative collaborations in research dissemination.

Period	24 Jun 2026
Event title	Nordic Geographers Meeting: Restless geographies
Event type	Conference
Conference number	11
Location	Reykjavík, IcelandShow on map
Degree of Recognition	International