Russia’s Arctic route sells speed, at the planet’s expense
The opening of the Northern Sea Route is set to significantly reshape global shipping.…
Environment
Abrupt changes in Antarctic call for emissions cuts, not geoengineering: Commentary
Our polar regions have hit the headlines again as we come to the end…
When ice melts, life melts too: The impact of the climate crisis on Indigenous peoples of the Arctic
This article was originally published by Arctida. Indigenous peoples live in close connection with…
Arctic research should advance more than U.S. national security interests: Commentary
The U.S. Government does not have a good grasp on the federally-funded research needs…
Refreezing the Arctic is costly and dangerous
Researchers warn against geoengineering in the polar regions. An international group of 42 researchers…
Sweden and Finland urge revision of EU’s forestry climate targets
Sweden and Finland could suffer “dire” economic consequences if they are forced to harvest…
A global megadeal would give one of Alaska’s largest mines a new operator
Red Dog mine powers the Northwest Alaska economy, and its future is uncertain. But…
In Lapland, last year’s snow is saved for this year’s tourist. Really. Here’s how
The Arctic is warming nearly four times faster than the rest of the planet,…
From oil spills to sinking cruise ships: Managing emergencies in sub-zero temperatures
In May, Benjamin Strong was appointed chair of an Arctic Council working group called…
