Rising Sun in the Warming Arctic: As Great Power Competition Returns to the Polar Region, Japan Is Positioned for Prominence
Japan’s experiences during this stretch of historic northward territorial and maritime expansion inform, to a considerable extent, its understanding of the current great power competition (GPC) dynamics in the region
Aerosols can make clouds cool: Climate change in the Arctic
Aerosols for Arctic are important because they may cause warming or cooling, either directly by reflecting or absorbing radiation, or indirectly by making cloud.
Arctic Shipping Increased to Record High in 2025
The increase in shipping coincides with diminishing sea ice in the Arctic.
Arctic shortcut or strategic challenge? Experts question Northern Sea Route’s promise
Melting Arctic ice has revived interest in northern trade routes as Asia–Europe shortcuts, but experts warn they remain risky, unreliable, commercially limited.
Arctic Frontiers: Disinformation, Security and the Northern Sea Route
Disinformation about the Northern Sea Route is shaping both the environmental debate and the security picture in the Arctic.
Russian propaganda in the Arctic: how does it damage the environment
Bellona organizes a side event to discuss narratives about the economic development of the Arctic and the Northern Sea Route created by the Russian state media.
All eyes on the Arctic: The geopolitical race over the Far North
An abundance of natural resources, faster trade routes and military advantages have powers around the globe vying for a slice of the Arctic Circle.
The Sixth US National Climate Assessment
Our review demonstrates that many of the report’s central claims—such as the absence of trends in extreme weather, or the notion that carbon dioxide is broadly beneficial—are misleading or outright wrong.
The Arctic: Record Low Winter Sea Ice and Orange Rivers
The 2025 Report Card shows a still-worrying situation for the Arctic climate, including the loss of sea ice and warmer temperatures.