Arctic Ocean could be ice-free in summer by 2030s, say scientists – this would have global, damaging and dangerous consequences
A short history of predicting an ice-free Arctic – and why you should listen to this one.
June 6, 2023 • ~7 min
A short history of predicting an ice-free Arctic – and why you should listen to this one.
Why we need to pay more attention to these minute flowers and how they survive in some of the harshest places in the world.
Arctic sea ice algae contaminated with microplastics have serious consequences for ecosystems and the climate.
Ten years after Kivalina’s lawsuit against Exxon over climate change damage was dismissed, the Indigenous community’s volunteer search and rescue team is facing frequent crises.
Russia has vast natural resources and is involved in many conservation efforts. Its diplomatic isolation as a result of the war in Ukraine is making it harder to protect many wild species and places.
Atmospheric rivers can melt fragile new sea ice. When these storms arrive in waves, the sea ice doesn’t have a chance to recover.
Close relatives of primates adapted to life in the High Arctic 52 million years ago – this may offer insight into future changes in the Arctic.
The annual report is also a reminder that what happens in the Arctic affects the rest of the world.
The annual report describes the changes underway and the impact they’re having on people and wildlife. It’s also reminder that what happens in the Arctic affects the rest of the world.
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