Alaska in a danger of gas pipeline and oil drilling
Highlighting fossil fuels alongside renewable or alternative energy make energy sources of the past look more legitimate at a conference like this in Alaska.
Russia boosts Arctic oil supplies to Syria, data shows
Russia has to look for alternative buyers of its Arctic oil since the U.S. sanctions in January hit producer Gazprom Neft and the tankers shipping the crude.
Climate Risk Amid Arctic Council Paralysis
AMAP’s latest report documents alarming acceleration in extreme weather events, wildfires, melting ice, and ocean acidification, yet the primary forum for regional cooperation is suspended.
Iceland Prime Minister Calls for Sustained Role in Arctic Security
Iceland’s call for greater Arctic involvement highlights the complex security challenges facing smaller NATO allies in an increasingly militarized region.
Then Again: Art, Architecture, Astronomy and the Arctic — A Vermonter’s curious career
People just kept recognizing Russell Porter’s genius and offering him jobs.
Arctic predicted to warm more than three times faster than global average: WMO report
Rapidly warming Arctic temperatures are having profound effects on global weather patterns and ecosystems, contributing significantly to the loss of sea ice.
Russia Discusses Prospects for Geo-economic Development of Arctic
Special attention at the conference was paid to cultural diplomacy in Arctic.
South Korea Looking to Transform Port of Busan Into Arctic Shipping Gateway
The allure of Arctic shipping and South Korea’s role in it has taken center stage in the country’s presidential election.
Machine Learning Tool Developed for Arctic Shipping
In collaboration with Memorial University, the NRC through its Ocean program has created a computer modelling tool to aid in planning safe and efficient routes for Arctic voyages.