Unclimbed Kyrgyzstan
Category: Use of Space Technology to Maintain the Earth as an Oasis
Institution: University of Cambridge
The main objective of the project was to climb a number of unclimbed peaks in Kyrgyzstan and survey their heights using GPS. These include peaks at 5576, 5345, 5242 and 5063 m high peaks.
In addition to obtaining new accurate measurements of peak heights, the expedition also demonstrated the spirit of adventure in linking the climbing of previously unchallenged peaks with the use of satellite technology.