Josh Komangapik is an Inuk from Iqaluit and the first Conservation of Arctic Flora and Fauna (CAFF) Indigenous Canadian Youth Fellow. We spoke to Josh about his background, his contributions to CAFF’s Circumpolar Biodiversity Monitoring Program, and young people in Arctic discourse. 💬 arctic-council.org/news/interview…

Guksi, & other Sámi crafts, are an embodiment of the Sámi circular economy. The guksi holds cultural significance, symbolizing a close relationship between Sámi & nature. Guksi are multifunctional, & can also be used for berry picking such as now during cloudberry season.

Arctic wildfires can have immense impacts on communities. Challenges include getting 🔥 resources to remote locations, health impacts, food & economic insecurity- among others. There are some challenges experienced by some Aleut International, Gwich'in Council International & ICC Canada communities👇

How do #wildfires impact the landscape in Alaska? As climate change leads to more intense and destructive wildfire seasons, how might fire management be adapted? We spoke with fire ecologist and Conservation of Arctic Flora and Fauna (CAFF) expert Lisa Saperstein to find out in this Q&A: arctic-council.org/news/wildfires…

Small Arctic communities face unique #wastemanagement challenges due to remoteness, harsh weather, climate change & more. Nadine Kochuten of Aleut International shares some issues Aleut communities face & how they are taking action through an ACAP Working Group project on waste management👇

Have you heard about the Arctic dilemma? The term describes how long-range transport of contaminants affects traditional livelihoods of Arctic communities. We spoke to Prof. Pál Weihe AMAP about health & cultural impacts of contaminants 👉 arctic-council.org/news/the-arcti…

Peatlands are vital ecosystems that help regulate our climate. What happens when wildfire burns through, accelerating permafrost thaw? Could peatlands have a natural way to push back? We spoke with Conservation of Arctic Flora and Fauna (CAFF) expert Dan Thompson to find out: arctic-council.org/news/impacts-o…

🗑️Solid waste management practices in small, remote Arctic communities can pose significant human health, environmental and economic concerns. Learn about the unique challenges - and emerging solutions that ACAP Working Group & SDWG Chair are working on 👉 arctic-council.org/news/waste-man…

📧Just released: our latest newsletter! What's inside: 🔥Updates on the Wildland Fires Initiative 🔥Arctic Indigenous Peoples' experiences w/fire 🔥Interviews w/forest fire researchers ➕much more! Browser version👉mailchi.mp/ef11d2ea71d4/a… Subscribe here👉bit.ly/3MgsqU0

Lena Popova, a PhD student at the University of Fribourg, is working to bridge Indigenous and scientific knowledge. She highlights fire's role in survival and ecosystem management in Siberia and the rise of destructive wildfires🔥

We're approaching the end of cloudberry season in the Arctic - a very sought-after fruit in northern regions. Have you picked cloudberries this season and are wondering what to do with them? Learn how to make cloudberry jam👇 and share your suggestions for cloudberry recipes 🍽️

Want to contribute to discussions on emergency management in the Arctic? Submit a poster or presentation for the 2025 Arctic Emergency Management Conference - topics related to Arctic emergency prevention, preparedness & response are welcome. More here: arctic-council.org/about/norway-c…

The Arctic is home to ~4 million people. Communities already face impacts from climate change, highlighting the need to strengthen resilience & facilitate adaptation. People in the North are a priority during Norway's Chairship. See more: arctic-council.org/about/norway-c…

Many Arctic communities are remote, which creates challenges with centralized waste management systems. Land & resources are limited, making backhaul of waste necessary in some communities. Backhaul of waste protects subsistence resources, creates jobs & prevents pollution.

Happy birthday to Arctic Economic Council! 10 years ago, the Arctic Council established the AEC as an independent body to promote sustainable economic development in the Arctic. The Arctic Council & AEC share the common goal of ensuring the wellbeing & prosperity of all Arctic inhabitants.

Explore the nexus of gender and environment in the Arctic with Dr. Gosia Smieszek 👇 Gosia is postdoctoral researcher UiT Norges arktiske universitet and co-lead of the Pan-Arctic Report on Gender Equality in the Arctic. Read our rapid Q&A here: arctic-council.org/news/q-a-on-th…

#DYK the number of unique ships entering the Arctic Polar Code area increased 37% between 2013-2023? That's an increase of around 500 ships. Learn more #ArcticShipping stats from Protection of the Arctic Marine Environment's report on the increase in Arctic Shipping: arctic-council.org/news/increase-…

The Arctic Emergency Management Conference will take place March 2025🛟 The conference will provide a platform for discussions & advancing work on Arctic emergency management. Want to submit a poster or presentation for the event? Learn more: arctic-council.org/news/save-the-…

As shipping & exploration activities in the Arctic increase, so does the risk of oil spills. In 2013 under the auspices of the Council, Arctic States signed an agreement on marine oil spill pollution in the Arctic. Emergency Prevention, Preparedness and Response implements the agreement & operational guidelines.

Fast ice occurs in both the Arctic and Antarctic regions. It forms in narrow bands typically up to 200 km wide and varies in thickness. Fast usually forms in the fall and lasts through winter. In summer, rising water and air temperatures cause some fast ice to melt.