What Would Greenland’s Independence Mean for the Arctic?
Climate change is fueling geopolitical competition in the Arctic. An independent Greenland could play an important role in years to come.
Arctic river channels changing due to climate change
Migration pace of large rivers in permafrost regions. A team of international researchers monitoring the impact of climate change on large rivers in Arctic Canada and Alaska determined that, as the region is sharply warming up, its rivers are not…
The 2023 Arctic Sea Ice Minimum Extent
It’s that time of year again! Tony Heller has been asserting that “summer is over at the North Pole” for several weeks now.
Scientists say deepening Arctic snowpack drives greenhouse gas emissions
Insulating effect of deeper snow is thawing ancient carbon permafrost reserves. Human-caused climate change is shortening the snow cover period in the Arctic. But according to new research led by Earth system scientists at the University of California, Irvine, some…
A change is afoot
After declining at a near-average pace for much of the summer, Arctic sea ice loss accelerated during early August.
A Call to Cool the Earth
Earth is choked by too much carbon in the atmosphere and running a fever that is only bound to get worse if we fail to restore its balance. Biologist Dr. George Woodwell explains to Host Steve Curwood why soaking up…
The Mat-Su Assembly urges Arctic Winter Games to protect girl’s sports from males who claim to be female
The Mat-Su Borough Assembly unanimously passed a resolution on July 18 in support of protecting female Arctic Winter Games athletes from biological male competitors who claim they are female. The Mat-Su is hosting the upcoming Games in March of next year, when…
Tourists and Scientists Team Up to Reveal Microplastic Pollution in the Arctic
Plastic is one of the most widely used materials in the world, with applications in various sectors such as packaging, construction, transportation, and electronics. However, plastic also poses a serious threat to the environment, as it does not biodegrade easily…
Russia’s arms buildup in Barents Sea creating toxic legacy
Indigenous people and experts say Moscow’s military push and increased shipping and mining will destroy Arctic environment