Facts About the Arctic in November 2024
The Laptev and East Siberian Seas have now refrozen. Consequently Arctic sea ice extent is now increasing more slowly, and JAXA/ViSHOP extent is 3rd lowest for the date in the satellite era: Introducing the third dimension, here’s the PIOMAS gridded thickness data…
Mapping Permafrost Thaw Is Essential for Understanding Climate Change
The Arctic is warming up to four times faster than the rest of the planet. This polar region is not only a canary in the coal mine, but it is a climate accelerator that won’t be stopped until humanity puts the brakes on fossil fuel emissions.
Norway’s Government Cuts Culture as Part of the Arctic Strategy
In the national budget for 2025, the Norwegian government proposes a cut of NOK 4 million in funds for cultural cooperation in the Arctic.
Nordic leaders convene for flagship Arctic security talks
Geopolitical tensions are high after a year of Russian and NATO rearmament in the region, while climate scientists warn that the area is in acute danger of a climate catastrophe.