SELECTED COLLABORATIONS
AFFILIATIONS | MEMBERSHIPS
Fellow of The Explorers Club
Fellow of The Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers)
EU Climate Pact Ambassador
Member of the IUCN Commission on Education and Communication (CEC)
Paul Harris Fellow, Rotary Club Member. Supporting the seventh area of focus: Supporting the Environment.
Member of the EU4Ocean Platform & the UN Ocean Decade Network
Christian Clauwers is an ambassador and the first Belgian contributor to the Arctic World Archive (AWA). Located in Svalbard, the Arctic World Archive is a secure long-term vault dedicated to the preservation of critical data and cultural heritage in a format designed to endure for centuries. In an era defined by environmental instability, geopolitical risk and digital vulnerability, AWA serves as a safeguard for humanity’s collective memory.
Clauwers archived a selection of photographs documenting vulnerable island communities threatened by rising sea levels and ocean areas undergoing ecological transformation. Supported by BELSPO (Belgian Science Policy Office), he also deposited photographic documentation of Belgium’s 2022 marine scientific expedition aboard the R/V BELGICA — preserving a visual record of contemporary research and national maritime heritage.
Stored in Arctic permafrost, these archives contribute to a long-term repository intended to protect knowledge against technological obsolescence and global disruption.
More info on https://arcticworldarchive.org/collection/belgium/
Christian’s work aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to clean water (SDG 6), climate action (SDG 13), life below water (SDG 14), life on land (SDG 15) and global partnerships (SDG 17).
BRAND AMBASSADOR
Christian collaborates exclusively with brands whose sustained commitment to innovation, environmental responsibility and ethical production aligns with the values underpinning his work.
Brand Ambassador for Belgium⎪VAUDE
Sustainable outdoor gear
I am a proud brand ambassador for VAUDE, supporting their commitment to sustainable outdoor gear, prioritizing environmental responsibility. www.vaude.com
Ambassador⎪Marine Stewardship Council
Setting standards for sustainable fishing
I am an ambassador for the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), advocating for sustainable oceans and responsible fisheries. www.msc.org
Global Brand Ambassador⎪EIZO
Global leader in display monitors
EIZO has provided me the extraordinary opportunity to display precise tones, contrasts and depth of colors with exceptionally sharp image detail and resolution. The professional self-calibrating monitors are bringing my adventures back to life. www.eizo.com
Brand Ambassador for Belgium⎪Explorer cases
Indestructible cases
During my outdoor expeditions, even in the harshest conditions, Explorer cases provide the perfect protection for my equipment. Their waterproof casing can easily withstand temperatures down to -25°C. Impressive! More information about these excellent professional cases on: www.explorercases.com
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