UNIgreen JIC meeting 2024
AUI hosts the 2nd annual meeting of UNIgreen’s Joint International Centre (JIC)
See the map with points of interest, including venues of our JIC.
Monday, 14 October 2024
Harpa Conference Center in Downtown Reykjavík
https://www.harpa.is/en/
Luggage can be kept in a locked room.
- The venue, Björtuloft reception hall is divided over two floors and includes access to spacious balcony. Opening ceremony plenary sessions will be held on the upper floor (7th floor), while coffee and meals will be served on the 6th floor.
- The 7th floor is equipped with a screen, a projector, a sound system and adjustable lighting.
Tuesday and Wednesday, 15-16 October 2024
AUI main campus in Hvanneyri
The main programme of both days will be happening in the Ásgarður building in Hvannyeri.
Useful information when travelling to Iceland
Are you wondering what kind of weather you can expect in October, what a yellow alert may mean, and where it is announced? Or, maybe you are not sure if you need any cash... and what about the volcanoes?
Don´t worry, here you can find links and a comprehensive overview which will make you an expert on travelling to Iceland!
Website/App | Content | Link |
|---|---|---|
MUST HAVE SafeTravel | Operated by ICE-SAR — The Icelandic Association for Search and Rescue provides secure and well-sourced information for travellers about Icelandic conditions and safety. An app for Android and iPhone is available. It is important as it will send regular updates information and alerts if something BIG happens. Please install it to your smartphones. | |
Vedur.is Weather | Vedur is the website of the Icelandic Met Office, and here you can check the weather forecast as well as the weather related alerts. We have three levels of these alerts in Iceland: Yellow - Orange - Red. | |
Road.is | Vegagerðin – Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration – IRCA. The state of roads is one of the most popular topics of complaint amongst Icelanders, alongside the weather. IRCA operates a very useful website with regularly updated road closures and conditions. Check the conditions before you decide to enjoy that road trip! Mountain roads (F roads) are accessible only by 4x4 vehicles, and many will be closed in October. | |
Clothing | The weather in Iceland changes quickly, and the seasons blend into one another. Here is some advice on packing for your Iceland trip - before you try squishing your entire closet into a suitcase. October is fairly windy, and it can already be snowing. | |
Emergency | In an emergency, call 1-1-2. You can dial +354 112 or contact the service via webchat: Webchat with the emergency operator is available at the link on the right. Citizens of EEA countries should not forget to bring their EHIC card (European Health Insurance Card), which is accepted in Iceland. |
Should you worry about the ongoing volcanic activity?
The local currency is Icelandic Króna (plural Krónur): ISK
Bank cards are accepted basically everywhere, and you can use your phone for contactless transactions during your travels in Iceland. Cash is not used as much but is accepted.
