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Last Ice Area research reveals new vulnerability to Arctic warming January 29, 2025 As sea ice continues to disappear, the Arctic is expected to be ice-free during the summer months by mid-century, except for one place. This exception, known as the Last Ice Area (LIA), is a... Read More As sea ice continues to disappear, the Arctic is expected to be ice-free during the summer months by mid-century,... Read More
Giving whales the right of way over ships January 22, 2025 Ice whales make marathon underwater migrations to, from and within the Arctic Ocean, following “blue corridors” that act as crucial connectors for marine life. As climate change puts pressure on Arctic whales, Melanie Lancaster,... Read More Ice whales make marathon underwater migrations to, from and within the Arctic Ocean, following “blue corridors” that act as... Read More
WWF Global Arctic Programme conservation wins 2024 December 19, 2024 This past year was the second-warmest year on record, according to NOAA’s 2024 Arctic Report Card. Despite this challenge, progress has been made in protecting this unique region. From tackling black carbon emissions to... Read More This past year was the second-warmest year on record, according to NOAA’s 2024 Arctic Report Card. Despite this challenge,... Read More
The climate crisis and the Arctic: Urgent action needed at COP29 November 15, 2024 By WWF Global Arctic Programme This year may be the hottest ever recorded, with extreme weather becoming more common worldwide — heatwaves, wildfires, floods, and storms are taking a heavy toll on people, economies, and... Read More By WWF Global Arctic Programme This year may be the hottest ever recorded, with extreme weather becoming more common worldwide... Read More
COP16: Protecting Arctic marine biodiversity through ArcNet October 25, 2024 By WWF Global Arctic Programme From 21 October to 1 November, leaders from across the globe are gathering in Cali, Colombia for COP16 — the 16th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological... Read More By WWF Global Arctic Programme From 21 October to 1 November, leaders from across the globe are gathering in Cali,... Read More
Bowheads at risk: As vessels find new routes, bowhead whales face new threats August 12, 2024 By Angela Szesciorka The climate crisis is upending a unique and complex ecosystem that has existed in the Arctic for millennia. The loss of sea ice means more vessels can pass through the Bering... Read More By Angela Szesciorka The climate crisis is upending a unique and complex ecosystem that has existed in the Arctic... Read More
Migrating whales need specially managed blue corridors July 29, 2024 Often when people think about the mass migration of animals, they picture herds of wildebeest galloping across the Serengeti plains or flocks of geese flying south for the winter. But as Melanie Lancaster, senior... Read More Often when people think about the mass migration of animals, they picture herds of wildebeest galloping across the Serengeti... Read More
Getting to know the Arctic’s whales July 22, 2024 When Arctic sea ice breaks up in spring, whales that winter in more southern areas — such as humpbacks, minkes and fins — migrate north to spend their summers there. Only three whale species... Read More When Arctic sea ice breaks up in spring, whales that winter in more southern areas — such as humpbacks,... Read More
Supporting Inuit-led conservation in Nunavut May 21, 2024 The vast tundra, expanses of sea ice and Arctic Ocean waters of Nunavut, in the Canadian Arctic, are home to many species — from narwhal and polar bears to beluga whales and caribou. It’s... Read More The vast tundra, expanses of sea ice and Arctic Ocean waters of Nunavut, in the Canadian Arctic, are home... Read More
Why half a degree matters so much May 7, 2024 Snow, ice and permafrost — defining characteristics of the Arctic — are vanishing at an alarming rate. Sea ice and glaciers are melting, snow cover is thinning, and the water table is changing. As... Read More Snow, ice and permafrost — defining characteristics of the Arctic — are vanishing at an alarming rate. Sea ice... Read More
Act Locally: How to enjoy the benefits of native grasslands in your own backyard May 1, 2024 Native grasslands can create habitat for at-risk species, capture carbon in the ground, and make local ecosystems more resilient to flooding and other effects of climate change. Shannon Stephens of the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation... Read More Native grasslands can create habitat for at-risk species, capture carbon in the ground, and make local ecosystems more resilient... Read More
Translating snow and ice science into policy April 17, 2024 Earth’s cryosphere is on the brink of a preventable disaster. Rising temperatures from carbon emissions are pushing communities closer to the limits of their ability to adapt, forcing mountain regions to cope with water... Read More Earth’s cryosphere is on the brink of a preventable disaster. Rising temperatures from carbon emissions are pushing communities closer... Read More
