Meet Alex, an adventurous engineering student at the University of Waterloo who hails from a small town in Canada. Growing up, they loved exploring different cultures and cuisines, which sparked their interest in international relations. After striking up a conversation with an exchange student from India, Alex discovered the stark differences in climate and quickly realized that while they can handle the frigid Canadian winters, the thought of the sweltering heat of India in August was a bit daunting. This experience inspired Alex to delve into global sustainability projects, focusing on how different communities adapt to their environments.