Arctic Watch

Facts About the Arctic

Analysis

The 2024 Arctic Sea Ice Minimum Extent in the Cryodenialosphere

Consequently several of the usual cryodenialospheric suspects have been frantically spinning their webs of deceit around the announcement.

Arctic sea ice extent levels off; 2024 minimum set

On September 11, Arctic sea ice likely reached its annual minimum extent of 4.28 million square kilometers (1.65 million square miles).

Clutz Clutches at Minimum Extent Straws

On several previous occasions “Snow White” and I have documented Ron Clutz’s misuse of MASIE Arctic sea ice extent data on his “Science Matters” blog.

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.