Commentary

Russia’s COVID Blinders: Arctic Policy Changes or Lack Thereof

There have been few COVID-related policy changes in Russia’s Arctic. Will Russian laborers have to fend for

COVID-19 and Arctic Search and Rescue, our Duty to Act

The desire to protect search and rescue responders and local communities from Covid-19 is no excuse to refuse to accept

What is the Point of Norway’s new Arctic Policy?

The main goal of Norway’s new Arctic policy is ensuring a developed Northern Norway so that Norway is strong

Translating Newfound Permafrost Knowledge into Climate Action

Permafrost degradation may seem hopeless, but we are not. This winter break translates our newfound permafrost

Why National Policies are a Key to Climate Action for the Arctic

For climate change, national policies are a huge aspect of saving our planet. Arctic-specific policies are explored in

Wildfires – The Arctic Amplification Feedback Cycle

Arctic wildfires have the potential to feedback and contribute to further global climate change

Far but not so far: Italy’s Role and Interests in the Arctic

Italy’s historically scientific role in the Arctic has been increasing, and it is also politically and economically

Sailing with the Arctic Youth in Tromsø and finding a new Arctic Strategy

The Danish Foreign Minister goes out sailing both physically and metaphorically in his attempt on finding a new Danish

A Blessing and a Curse: Melting Permafrost in the Russian Arctic

Russia is looking to tap into Arctic natural resources as permafrost melts, the latter presenting challenges for the