Arctic Watch

Facts About the Arctic

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Climate response of the Arctic Ocean during the present interglacial

The role of the Arctic Ocean in the global climate system during the last climatic cycles remains conjectural, but radiocarbon-based chronologies and proxy data provide reliable information about the present interglacial.

Chinese rig heads towards Norwegian Arctic drill site

Amid growing Norwegian concern for Chinese threats, the COSLProspector prepares for drilling at 71° North in the Barents Sea in Arctic.

NATO’s turn toward the Arctic

NATO in October launched its plan to build out what is being dubbed the Northlink Initiative, a plan to build out military grade satellite communications in the Arctic as the region has increasingly become a new global strategic concern. 

Beate Has Researched the Arctic Conferences: “They Gather an Arctic Elite”

Beate Steinveg, has researched Arctic conferences and their influence on politics and governance in the Arctic.

The Arctic Ocean’s legacy persistent organic pollutants haven’t dropped

The presence of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in all the world’s oceans but one has been in steady decline since 2001, when 152 countries agreed on a comprehensive global ban.

Melting glaciers drive Arctic sea traffic surge

Climate change transforms Arctic into critical trade corridor with 37% rise in maritime traffic.

Arctic Oscillation and Polar Vortex Analysis and Forecasts

This analysis is intended to provide researchers and practitioners real-time insights on one of North America’s and Europe’s leading drivers for extreme and persistent temperature patterns.

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.

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.