Climate and Environment

The Arctic Institute’s Arctic Extractivism Series 2024: Introduction

This series explores Arctic extractivism, expanding the definition of extractivism and what it means for Indigenous and

Climate Change and Challenges of Navigation in the Arctic: How Safe are We?

Climate change with extreme weather events is already negatively impacting ship navigation in the Arctic

The Arctic Aflame: Intensifying Arctic Wildfires Present a Sobering Reminder that Climate Change Remains a Grave and Gathering Threat to the Arctic

As the Arctic continues to thaw, intensifying wildfires remind us that climate change is a grave threat to the

India in the Arctic: Legal Framework and Sustainable Approach

India's AC observer status aims at a sustainable Arctic policy, balancing economic benefits, diplomatic ties, and

Geographical Problems: Interview with Artist Justin Levesque

Curator, Jaime DeSimone interviews Portland-based interdisciplinary artist Justin Levesque to discuss his work on

Polar Expertise in China’s 14th Five-Year Plan

Drift ice camp in the middle of the Arctic Ocean as seen from the deck of the Chinese research icebreaker Xue Long.

Russia’s Full-Scale Invasion of Ukraine: Impacts on China’s Climate Responsibility in the Arctic

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine challenges global climate policy collaboration and the implementation of China’s

The Arctic for China’s Green Energy Transition

Studies have shown the importance of Arctic oil and gas for China, which can enhance its energy security by

Climate Change as a Factor Impacting Current and Future Commercial Fisheries in the Arctic Region

Climate change is impacting commercial fisheries, including those focused on snow crab and polar cod, in the Arctic