Edward Hinkle | GRID-Arendal

Translating science into stories that inspire action.

I am a communications specialist with a passion for making complex environmental issues understandable and engaging. Since joining GRID-Arendal during the COVID-19 pandemic, I have been dedicated to bridging the gap between scientific research and public understanding, ensuring that vital information reaches diverse audiences effectively.

What I Bring

At GRID-Arendal, I work with the communications team to produce content across a diverse range of media and projects. These are primarily focused on the layout design of GRID-Arendal's publications and social media content. My primary goal is make scientific information accessible by making designs that are readable, enticing, and provide the reasoning behind why GRID-Arendal is focusing on these projects and outputs.

My Focus Areas

Immersive Storytelling & Strategic Communication

Creative Visioning & Design for Impact

In My Own Words

″Effective science communication is vital in an age of misinformation. Working at GRID-Arendal allows me to collaborate directly with scientists to present scientific information to policy makers and the public.″

Skills: Audio Editing Environmental Storytelling Graphic Design Content Creation Cross-cultural Communication Design Digital Media Layout Media Production Public Engagement Science Communication Social Media

Latest publications Edward's involved in

Glaciers on the Edge: Preserving Our Global Heritage

A powerful call to action to protect the world's glaciers through stories, science, and stunning imagery.

01 Dec 2025 Brochures, Leaflets, Flyers

Just Transition of the Informal Recycling Sector-Case Studies

Case studies that look at how Brazil, India and South Africa have worked to support the just transition of the informal recycling sector

20 May 2025 Briefs

Bridging The Gap

Designing Extended Producer Responsibility Frameworks to Accommodate and Advance Waste Pickers in the Global South

20 Nov 2024 Briefs

Latest activities Edward's involved in

Communications

Turning knowledge into meaning — and action.

In progress Programme

Green Constructive Journalism

GRID trains and supports journalists to cover climate, nature, and pollution through the lens of constructive, solutions-focused journalism.

In progress Comms & Outreach (General)

Norwegian Blue Forests Network (NBFN)

The network’s goal is to advance the blue forest approach in addressing climate change and meeting the SDGs

In progress Coastal Habitats

Latest news

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When words are contested, journalism matters

06 Jan 2026

Sky Patrol: New Momentum in Madagascar’s Fight Against IUU Fishing

18 Dec 2025

Norway at COP30

10 Nov 2025

Empowering journalists

08 Sep 2025