Last updated: February 2026

Polar Bears International

Hilde proudly serves as an ambassador for Polar Bears International (PBI)

 

Through her work, she helps raise awareness about the critical challenges facing the polar bear population and the Arctic ecosystem. 

 

As an ambassador, Hilde uses her platform to promote education, research, and conservation efforts aimed at protecting these iconic animals and their habitat.

What is Polar Bears International?

Polar Bears International (PBI) is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of polar bears and their Arctic home. 

 

Founded in 1993, PBI works globally to advance the understanding of polar bears, the threats they face, and the measures needed to safeguard their future.

Why Polar Bears? Why Now?

Polar bears are the apex predators of the Arctic and rely heavily on sea ice for hunting, breeding, and migration. 

 

However, with the rapid melting of the Arctic ice due to global warming, polar bears face a dire future. 

 

As sea ice disappears, their ability to hunt seals diminishes, leading to malnutrition, declining health, and a reduced reproduction rate.

The urgent need for conservation is clearer than ever. 

 

By advocating for polar bears, PBI addresses the larger issue of climate change and the unsustainable human impact on the Arctic environment. 

 

Saving polar bears isn't just about protecting one species—it’s about preserving an entire ecosystem and ensuring the survival of countless other creatures that share the Arctic.

Hilde’s Role as an Ambassador

Hilde uses her experience to help amplify the message of PBI, participating in campaigns, events, and outreach programs to inspire others to take action. 

 

Her story is one of resilience, passion, and dedication, and she encourages individuals, businesses, and policymakers to support efforts that can mitigate climate change and protect the Arctic's wildlife.

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Her role as an ambassador not only promotes scientific research and conservation efforts but also encourages global collaboration. Hilde’s personal connection to the Arctic and her work with PBI are crucial to engaging a wider audience in the fight against climate change and its impact on the polar bear population.

Contact Polheim / Hilde

Contact Polheim

Hilde Fålun Strøm

Longyearbyen, Svalbard

hilde@polheim.no

Contact Polheim

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On the ground producer Svalbard

Hilde collaborates with media outlets and organizations to shine a spotlight on the Arctic Region. Through her work, she shares the region's beauty while raising awareness about the pressing realities of climate change and the remarkable adaptations of Arctic nature.

PHONE

+47 909 22 561

ADDRESS

Vei 232 131, 9170 Longyearbyen - Svalbard - Northernmost Norway