Arctic Watch

Facts About the Arctic

Analysis

A multidisciplinary approach to Arctic research

The Arctic Institute of North America prides itself on its dedication to research, education and data management.

Thinking of the Arctic Future(s): When some Scientists precariously Promote Deep-Sea Mining

One important change in normalizing and internalizing the rightful owners and decision-makers in the Arctic is the multitude of documents focused on changing research ethics.

How the Arctic could unlock secrets of antibiotic resistance

Scientists have found potentially useful substances near the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard

Facts About the Arctic in September 2024

At the beginning of September JAXA/ViSHOP extent was 4th lowest for the date in the satellite era

The waning of Arctic summer

Arctic sea ice continued the fast retreat that was observed in July through August 10, followed by a brief slowdown, only to pick up pace again.

Unpacking the Dragon’s Arctic Ambitions

Global warming in recent years has increased the melting of Arctic ice globally. As with the increase in population and industrial activities, the emission of greenhouse gases has also climbed.

Major Step for Arctic Ocean Research

Researchers at the Norwegian Polar Institute have recently succeeded in obtaining data from the Amundsen basin throughout all seasons for two consecutive years.

Arctic Sea Ice Forecast. 2024 Third report

The Arctic sea ice extent on September 10, when the sea ice minimum will be about 4.70 million square kilometers. This is almost the same as in 2021 and 2022.

Report to Congress on Changes in the Arctic

The following is the July 30, 2024, Congressional Research Service report, Changes in the Arctic: Background and Issues for Congress.

The Arctic: Rising Tensions and Evolving Geopolitics in a Thawing Frontier

Although familiar with geopolitical competition, strategic contestation in the Arctic entered a new, more confrontational phase following the Russian Federation’s annexation of Crimea in 2014