In September 2024, the German government released its updated Arctic Policy Guidelines, titled “Germany and the Arctic in the Context of the Climate C... Arctic Portal News
In September 2024, the German government released its updated Arctic Policy Guidelines, titled “Germany and the Arctic in the Context of the Climate C... Congratulations to Morten Høglund!
27.03.2025
Morten Høglund, Norway’s Arctic Ambassador and Chair of the Arctic Council Senior Arctic Officials, is the recipient of the prestigious High North Her... 
The Marine Exchange of Alaska (MXAK) has released its latest report, "Bering Strait and Transits," providing an in-depth analysis of maritime traffic... Latest News
- Arctic Encounter 2025 postponed
Arctic Encounter 2025 postponed
The Arctic Encounter Symposium 2025, scheduled to be held in Anchorage, Alaska, on April 2-4 has been rescheduled for July 30th - August 1st. - 2025: The International Year of Glaciers...
2025: The International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation and Why It Matters
The United Nations has designated 2025 as the International Year of Glaciers' Preservation (IYGP) to raise global awareness about the critical role glaciers play in our climate system and water resources. As part of this initiative, March 21 has been proclaimed as the[…] - Wrangel Island: Land of Mammoths, Explor...
Wrangel Island: Land of Mammoths, Explorers, and Polar Bears
Tucked away in the frigid waters of the Arctic Ocean, Wrangel Island is a place of paradoxes—both a harsh, isolated landscape and a cradle of life. This remote Russian island, located between the Chukchi Sea and the East Siberian Sea, is a UNESCO[…] - Indigenous Nomadic Peoples Congress &...
Indigenous Nomadic Peoples Congress & Games 2025
Yakutsk will host the IV Reindeer Herders Congress of Sakha Republic (Yakutia) from March 18-20, 2025, bringing together reindeer herders, Indigenous leaders, and experts to discuss the future of reindeer husbandry. - Greenlanders have voted – major ch...
Greenlanders have voted – major changes ahead?
In a surprising turn of events, Greenland's parliamentary elections on March 11, 2025, resulted in a significant political shift.Parties that favour independence and have voiced their willingness to work closer with the US are clear winners and now have the potential to form[…] - 2025 STEM Discovery Campaign and Climate...
2025 STEM Discovery Campaign and Climate Gamechanger Award
2025 STEM Discovery Campaign, a joint international initiatives for educators across Europe and beyond to celebrate careers and studies in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). - Greenland Votes: Independence, Geopoliti...
Greenland Votes: Independence, Geopolitics, and the Future at Stake
Greenland, the world's largest island and an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, is set to hold parliamentary elections on March 11, 2025. This election comes at a pivotal moment, with heightened discussions on independence, external geopolitical interests, and internal legislative reforms[…] - South Korea interested in Alaska LNG dev...
South Korea interested in Alaska LNG development!
The proposed Alaska LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) project, a monumental energy infrastructure initiative, is drawing increased global attention as South Korea expresses interest in joining the United States and Japan in this high-stakes endeavor. The project aims to tap into the vast natural[…] - Arctic Sea Ice Reaches Record-Low Februa...
Arctic Sea Ice Reaches Record-Low February Extent in 2025
Arctic sea ice extent in February 2025 remained at record-low levels, continuing a trend of declining winter ice coverage. According to data from the National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC), the average sea ice extent for the month was 13.75 million square[…] - Advances in Polar Science - Call for Pap...
Advances in Polar Science - Call for Papers Special Issue: New Horizons in the Exploration of Polar Biodiversity, Ecosystem and Genetic Resources
The Polar Regions host one of the harshest and most unique ecosystems on Earth, harboring a diverse array of micro- and macro-organisms. These inhabitants showcase remarkable taxonomic and genetic originality, presenting unparalleled opportunities for bioprospecting, alongside demonstrating extraordinary adaptation mechanisms for survival. Furthermore,[…] - Is the Arctic about to become ice-free i...
Is the Arctic about to become ice-free in summer?
The Arctic sea-ice extent reaches its annual minimum in September, serving as a crucial indicator of climate change. The September Arctic sea-ice is now shrinking at a rate of 12.2% per decade compared to its average extent during the period from 1981 to[…]
Arctic Community
- Call for Nature Reviews Earth & Environment...
Call for Nature Reviews Earth & Environment ‘Tools of the Trade’ article proposals
- Bridging the Worlds The Power of Knowledge Co-p...
Bridging the Worlds The Power of Knowledge Co-production
ICR workshop: Bridging the Worlds The Power of Knowledge Co-production was held in the framework of the Arctic Science Summit week in Colorado orginized by GEF funded UNEP project Reindeer Herding and Resilience at International Centre for Reindeer Husbandry. - IASC 2025 Bulletin
IASC 2025 Bulletin
At the IASC Council Meeting during ASSW2025 ASSW2025 in Boulder, Colorado (US) IASC released its 2025 Bulletin, reporting on the IASC-supported activities over the past years. In it, the five IASC Working Groups (Atmosphere, Cryosphere, Marine, Social & Human, Terrestrial) share exciting scientific highlights of their international and interdisciplinary work, and IASC leadership and Fellows share their perspectives on[…] - New IASC Leadership: Gabriela Schaepman-Strub E...
New IASC Leadership: Gabriela Schaepman-Strub Elected as Vice-President
The International Arctic Science Committee (IASC) is pleased to announce that Gabriela Schaepman-Strub of the University of Zurich has been elected as a Vice-President of IASC for the 2025–2029 term during the Arctic Science Summit Week (ASSW) 2025 and the Fourth International Conference on Arctic Research Planning (ICARP IV)) 2025 and[…] - Iceland Extends Support for the IASC Secretaria...
Iceland Extends Support for the IASC Secretariat in Akureyri, Iceland for a Further 5 Years until 2031
IASC and Rannís, the Icelandic Centre for Research, are excited to announce that Iceland has extended support for the IASC Secretariat to be located in Akureyri, Iceland for a further 5 years. This secures the work of the IASC Secretariat through the end of 2031. - The business and scientific forum "Norther...
The business and scientific forum "Northern Forum-India: Uniting North and South for Sustainable Development" held in New Delhi
On 20 March, the main event of the Northern Forum-India programme - the business and scientific forum "Uniting North and South for Sustainable Development" - began in New Delhi, India. - Geopolitical session with Russian Delegation &n...
Geopolitical session with Russian Delegation – Participants of Raisina Dialogue was held in New Delhi
On 19 March in New Delhi, India, productive discussions were held on the current situation in the world and new opportunities for the development of international cooperation. - ICR/WRH at the Fletcher Arctic Conference
ICR/WRH at the Fletcher Arctic Conference
On March 7th, 2025 the 11th Annual Fletcher Maritime Arctic Conference brought together experts from across the region to explore the impacts of growing volatility. - Irina Gecht was appointed acting Governor of th...
Irina Gecht was appointed acting Governor of the Nenets Autonomous
The Russian President V.Putin signed the Decree "On the Acting Governor of the Nenets Autonomous Okrug". - New article on Colin Thubron’s travelogue...
New article on Colin Thubron’s travelogue about the Amur River
Jan Borm has contributed an article on “‘The Land Looks Empty.’ – Writing the Far East in Colin Thubron’s The Amur (2021)” to a new collective volume entitled Twenty-First-Century Perspectives on British Travel Writing: Decentring Epistemologies, edited by Samia Ounoughi, Emmanuelle Peraldo and Anne-Florence Quaireau (Routledge 2025). - New exhibition featuring objects from Jean Mala...
New exhibition featuring objects from Jean Malaurie’s Arctic collection opened in Lausanne
After having been seen by a stunning total of 1.7 million visitors at the Oceanographic Museum in Monaco, the exhibition “Mission polaire” has moved to the Aquarium Vivarium Aquatis in Lausanne.
Announcements
- Seminar invitation: European Security and Defen...
Seminar invitation: European Security and Defence in a Changing World - 3 April 2025
Europe faces major security questions in today's rapidly changing world. What are the key issues for NATO and the European Union in ensuring continued security and defence? What are the particular implications in the North Atlantic and the Arctic?These are some of the questions our excellent speakers will address at[…] - Updates from the Arctic Energy Office - March 2025
Updates from the Arctic Energy Office - March 2025
Eyes on Alaska for Secretary Chris WrightThe Arctic Energy Office is working with the new Secretary of Energy, Chris Wright, to share information on Arctic issues both global and domestic. Director Erin Whitney briefed the Secretary in early March in Washington, D.C. on the office’s mission and resources and discussed[…] - Join us at High North Dialogue 2025 next week!
Join us at High North Dialogue 2025 next week!
The most important dialogue of the year is taking place in at Radisson Blu in Bodø, Norway on March 26-27, and the program is now updated with the latest confirmed speakers and side events. If you haven’t booked your flights or tickets yet, now is the time!Program and registrationExplore the[…] - North Star Group 2025 Arctic Internship
North Star Group 2025 Arctic Internship
North Star Group is pleased to offer, for the eighth consecutive year, NSG’s 2025 Arctic Internship. This three-month stipend-based remote-work internship is designed for senior-year college students or recent graduates, particularly those with a background in international relations and a strong interest in Alaska/Arctic/northern issues.The 2025 Arctic Intern will gain[…] - Webinar: Accessing Nutritious and Affordable Fo...
Webinar: Accessing Nutritious and Affordable Food in the North
Join us on April 1, 2025 for our next Iceland-Canada webinar! The event starting at 11:30 EST / 15:30 GMT will feature rich conversation and fresh insights into the day-to-day realities of northern Canadians and Icelandic citizens with respect to accessing nutritious and affordable food.Panelists from leading research institutions and[…] - SAON Newsletter Spring 2025
SAON Newsletter Spring 2025
Pilot definition of selected Shared Arctic Variables (SAVs)The Roadmap for Arctic Observing and Data Systems Roadmap for Arctic Observing and Data Systems (Arctic ROADS) process aims to shape investments and partnerships for the improved sustainment of Arctic observing and data systems.The EU-funded project ArcticPASSIONhas published a report on the process that[…] - Event: 7th European Conference | Trade & Po...
Event: 7th European Conference | Trade & Power Biomass PowerON 2025
After last successful edition in Copenhagen, with nearly 100 biomass specialists and nearly 30 excellent speakers, we have pleasure to invite you to the 7th European Conference Biomass PowerON taking place on 8-9 October 2025. This year we are moving back to Stockholm, Sweden.Biomass is key to a low-carbon future,[…] - Event: Downstream Russia and CIS 2025
Event: Downstream Russia and CIS 2025
Registration for the 11th International Conference and Exhibition "Downstream Russia and CIS 2025" (19-20 March, St. Petersburg) is still open. With only two speaking slots and two exhibition stands (including a dedicated manager to arrange meetings) remaining, now is the time to secure your place alongside 150+ executives and senior[…] - Acron, Metafrax Chemicals, Uralchem - First Del...
Acron, Metafrax Chemicals, Uralchem - First Delegations on the Conference Syngas Nitrogen Russia and CIS 2025
Leaders of the largest companies operating in the region's gas-to-chemicals industry confirmed their participation in the 8th International Congress and Exhibition "Syngas Nitrogen Russia and CIS", 21-22 May 2025 in Moscow. Don't miss the opportunity to meet the leaders of the largest companies operating in the gas-to-chemicals industry of the[…] - Event: Unlocking Arctic Potential - Investing i...
Event: Unlocking Arctic Potential - Investing in People
When: March 26, 2025 | 09:30 - 10:30Where: Radisson Blu, Bodø (Main Conference Hall)Attracting and retaining skilled professionals is crucial for driving the green transition in the Arctic.This session will explore how policy frameworks, business strategies, and investment incentives can help build resilient Arctic communities.Learn about challenges and opportunities in[…] - Event: Unlocking Regional Potential: Northern N...
Event: Unlocking Regional Potential: Northern Norway and the Defense Sector
When: March 20, 2025 | 09:00 - 15:00Where: Quality Hotel Grand Royal, NarvikThe defense sector is evolving, and with it, new business opportunities are emerging in Northern Norway. This conference bridges the gap between regional potential and industry demand, offering:A comprehensive overview of the current defense landscapeInsight into emerging business[…]
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