The GREEN Program: Iceland - I'll be back! Past Review

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

There was a great balance between time spent in a lecture versus time spent exploring the actual field. For only an 8 day program, I not only learned, but also experienced much more than I ever would have in a semester course. We learned from great professors, as well as had access to the hydroelectric and geothermal plants in Iceland. The week was set up so well that it was really an adventure throughout the landscape of Iceland, and I didn't even realize how much I was really learning.

On-site administration of your program

The GREEN team was a fantastic group to work with! Everyone was incredibly passionate about the program, and it showed in their timely responses to email, phone calls, and any other questions.

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

We always had impeccable living arrangements. I always had a bed and opportunity to shower. We also got to stay at a variety of places, which was great to see a different taste of Iceland - from hotel to remote cabin.

Meals were great! I was never hungry, and we got to experience quite a bit of the local cuisine.

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

The GREEN Team worked directly with South Iceland Adventure, an Icelandic group who really integrated each of us into the local culture. I really felt this connection brought the experience to an entirely different level because we had Icelanders with us the entire trip showing us around their country. The cultural integration was incredible.

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

I didn't have any health problems while on the program, but I know they were very accommodating to anyone who had food allergies or health concerns prior to the trip, as well as anything that came up while we were there. Iceland is also easy to prepare for coming from the U.S. because no vaccinations are required. All that is necessary for the trip is an updated physical to make sure you are physically prepared to travel.

Iceland is one of the safest places in the world. I arrived a few days before the GREEN Program began to explore the city and other areas. Traveling alone, I felt very safe.

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

After the trip and program expenses were paid, there was next to nothing that you needed to purchase yourself. I did some souvenir shopping and bought a few snacks here or there, but really you don't spend any of your own money.

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• Authentic adventure around the island. We hiked up an snow/ice covered mountain where we got to swim in hot springs and super jeeped through a river in over 100 mph winds, yet I felt safe the entire time.
• Meeting an incredible group of people - both on the program and from Iceland. We still keep in touch!
• An appreciation for both the renewable energy and the land on which it is harvested. I learned so much about renewables in 8 days that I could have never absorbed on a college campus.

• More reading on current events in the energy field prior to the trip. Could have put the educational aspect a little more into perspective.

The Avid Adventurer