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More than 1700 researchers, academics, students, and Indigenous experts met in Ottawa recently for Arctic Change 2024, the country’s largest Arctic research conference.
With climate change and Arctic geopolitics at the forefront of national and global policy and research conversations, Arctic Change brought together experts in water security, sustainable energy, defence, sea ice, biodiversity, and many other multidisciplinary fields. This year’s conference focused on collaboration and science diplomacy at the international scale to work together in addressing climate change in the global Arctic ahead of the upcoming International Polar Year in 2032.
Arctic Change’s host organization ArcticNet also celebrated its 20th anniversary during the conference. ArcticNet was founded in 2003 with a focus on advancing scientific research led by university-based teams to address challenges seen most significantly in the Arctic. ArcticNet has evolved to include all forms of knowledge in research projects, partnering with Indigenous organizations and governments. In 2019, ArcticNet launched the world’s first Inuit-led research program, the Inuit Qaujisarnirmut Pilirijjutit.
From climate change and ecosystem preservation to societal health and infrastructure, ArcticNet has funded more than 300 projects that have informed and shaped Canadian and global science and policy. ArcticNet has contributed to training 4000 Highly Qualified Personnel, including graduate students, research associates and trainees.
Following this special 20th anniversary conference, ArcticNet will continue to host the Annual Scientific Meeting to bring together experts and emerging leaders in the fields of natural, health, and social sciences.
“With the Arctic playing an increasingly important role on the global stage in diplomacy and climate change action, Arctic Change was a critical opportunity for discussion, strategy, and knowledge sharing,” said Dr. Christine Barnard, Executive Director, ArcticNet. “We look forward to seeing the ideas, projects, and policies that will come from our work together”
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