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May 8, 2023

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No Arctic science event is scheduled for today.

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Sharks Might Not Thrive In Cold Water Because Of This

In the light of the setting sun, the water lapping against the rocky shore glistened like freshly spilt ink. Despite the fact that it is frigid to the touch, this cold environment is home to a wide range of wildlife including bowhead whales, polar bears, beluga whales, seals, walruses, and more - all threatened with extinction. It was here that Dr. Yuuki Y. Watanabe first experienced the spell cast by the Arctic Ocean.

Forbes

Who Owns the North Pole? A Race Is Underway to Decide

Who owns the North Pole? Technically it’s an internationally neutral zone. But in reality, climate change and shifting geopolitical forces have kicked off a race between Russia and the West to claim the potentially vast natural resources below Arctic waters. The unfolding contest could have major repercussions for who controls key resources — and for the climate.

Bloomberg

Similar But Different: Antarctic and Arctic Sea Ice and Their Responses to Climate Change

Researchers have used data from previous publications aiming to answer the question of why the Arctic sea ice is responding much more quickly and obviously to climate change than the Antarctic sea ice, which has stayed relatively stable according to the long-term studies monitoring the Antarctic region's sea ice patterns. Their results were published in the journal Ocean-Land-Atmosphere Research.

Phys.org

US Wants to Increase Visibility of the High North to American Policy Makers

In an interview with High North News, US Ambassador to Norway, Marc Nathanson, says he expects more interest from US businesses in the High North in the coming years. He also sheds light on the possibility of more US diplomatic presence in Tromsø.

High North News
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1:00 pm ET on May 17, 2023 | Webinar

IARPC Public Webinar Series: U.S. Arctic Observing Network Report

In December 2022, the Interagency Arctic Research Policy Committee (IARPC) and the United States Arctic Observing Network (U.S. AON) Board released a report to Congress: On the Need to Establish and Maintain a Sustained Arctic Observing Network. This webinar will feature an overview of the report and efforts to move toward improved implementation of our national Arctic Observing Network. It will include open time for discussion and questions. If you have time to review the report before joining the call that will allow for more robust discussion. 

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May 22-25, 2023 | Anchorage, Alaska USA

Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference

The 2023 Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference will focus on Alaska’s role leading the energy transition from established renewable sources to innovative and emerging technologies. World-renowned speakers and experts will highlight the agenda, along with breakout tracks, panel discussions, and multiple networking opportunities.

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May 24, 2023 | Anchorage, Alaska USA

Climate Innovation Showcase

Launch Alaska’s Climate Innovation Showcase celebrates the people and projects working to accelerate the energy transition in Alaska. Featuring a networking reception, project and technology exhibits, and a panel discussion featuring the next chapter of Alaska’s energy transition.

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June 18-22, 2023 | Puigcerdà, Catalonia, Spain

The Sixth European Conference on Permafrost (EUCOP6)

The conference will encompass all relevant aspects of permafrost research, engineering and outreach on a global and regional level during three exciting days of plenary lectures, oral presentations and posters, combined with several local field trips across the eastern Pyrenees (Cerdanya, Núria, Andorra, etc).

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November 14-25, 2023 | Rovaniemi, Finland

6th biennial "Rovaniemi Arctic Spirit" Conference

The 6th biennial "Rovaniemi Arctic Spirit" Conference will be held on 14-15 November 2023 in Rovaniemi, Finland, the birthplace of official Arctic cooperation. This international conference, organized by the City of Rovaniemi and the Arctic Centre at the University of Lapland, gathers policymakers, academics, and other stakeholders for Arctic discussions. Due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, changes in Arctic cooperation will be prominently featured in the conference agenda, and will be explored from the point of view of national and international security, and from a regional perspective, including the Barents region.

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March 2024 | Amherst, Massachusetts USA

52nd International Arctic Workshop

The 52nd International Arctic Workshop will be held at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The International Arctic Workshop is a friendly, informal, and relaxed conference open to all students and professionals interested in the Arctic. Originally started at INSTAAR at the University of Colorado - Boulder, the Arctic Workshop alternates between INSTAAR and an international host. This year, University of Massachusetts with the department of Earth, Geographic, and Climate Sciences & Climate System Research center will be hosting. 

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June 16-20, 2024 | Whitehorse, Yukon Canada

ICOP 2024: Integrating Perspectives of Permafrost Thaw, Change, and Adaptation

The 12th International Conference on Permafrost will consider “Integrating Perspectives of Permafrost Thaw, Change, and Adaptation.” Event partners include the Canadian Permafrost Association, IPA, and Yukon University.

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March 21-28, 2025 | Boulder, Colorado USA

4th International Conference on Arctic Research Planning (ICARP IV)

In lead up to its 35th anniversary in 2025, the International Arctic Science Committee (IASC) is coordinating a multi-year planning process for the Fourth International Conference on Arctic Research Planning (ICARP IV) that will engage Arctic researchers, policymakers, residents, and stakeholders from around the world to collegially discuss the state of Arctic science, the place the Arctic occupies in global affairs and systems, to consider the most urgent knowledge gaps and research priorities that lie before us and to explore avenues to address these research needs. This event is hosted by a consortium of US institutions, including the University of Colorado Boulder, University of Northern Iowa, University of Alaska Fairbanks, and Alaska Pacific University. ICARP I, II, and III focused the attention of the world’s researchers toward the value of strategic international coordination in accelerating progress in addressing critical challenges. ICARP IV will build upon this concept by striving to achieve consensus and build collaborations among the leading scientific, academic, environmental, Indigenous and political organizations currently concerned with Arctic issues.

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