Welcome to the Arctic Portal's Climate Change & Sea Ice Portlet. A gateway to understanding the complex and ongoing changes in the Arctic climate.
The Arctic is undergoing profound transformations due to climate change, with wide-ranging impacts on temperature, sea ice, weather patterns, ecosystems, and communities. These shifts are not only affecting the Arctic itself, but also influencing global environmental systems.
This portlet provides access to a broad range of resources on climate change and sea ice in the Arctic, including:
- Scientific background and context
- Key reports and reference materials
- News and educational resources
- Data tools and visualizations
The Sea Ice section focuses on Arctic sea ice conditions and long-term trends. Observations over recent decades show a marked decline in both the extent and thickness of sea ice, highlighting the strong connection between global warming and polar climate dynamics.
Climate change and sea ice are closely linked. Rising temperatures—primarily caused by greenhouse gas emissions—are a key driver of sea ice loss, with implications for ocean circulation, Arctic ecosystems, and climate feedback processes.
Through this platform, we aim to support learning, research, and dialogue around climate change in the Arctic and to foster a deeper understanding of one of the most critical challenges of our time.
