Arctic Community
- ASSW 2026: Registration now open! ASSW 2026: Registration now open! Registration for the Arctic Science Summit Week (ASSW) 2026 in Aarhus, Denmark (25 March- 1 April 2026) is now open! ASSW 2026 will include Community Meetings and Workshops (25 - 30 March), the ASSW 2026 Science Day with the theme Arctic Observations (29 March), and Arctic Observing Summit (AOS) 2026 (30[…]
- IASC Travel and Registration Fee Awards fo... IASC Travel and Registration Fee Awards for ECRs at ASSW 2026 The International Arctic Science Committee (IASC) is pleased to announce the availability of a limited number of travel and registration fee awards for early career researchers to attend the Arctic Science Summit Week (ASSW) 2026 (including the Arctic Observing Summit 2026) (25 March – 1 April 2026, Aarhus, Denmark).
- IASC Activity Report: Arctic Transportatio... IASC Activity Report: Arctic Transportation Futures Workshop: Reconciling Local Needs and Global Drivers Arctic transportation futures are at a crossroads. Increasing global connectivity, climate change, geopolitical tensions, tourism, and resource extraction are reshaping mobility and access across the region. At the same time, Northern communities depend on transportation systems that are essential to sustain local livelihoods and cultural[…]
- ICR at UNEA in Nairobi: “Harnessing ... ICR at UNEA in Nairobi: “Harnessing science and Indigenous knowledge for climate resilience and nature action: A focus on peatlands and coral reefs” The seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) will take place from 8 to 12 December 2025 at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, on the theme “Advancing sustainable solutions for a resilient planet” . The Reindeer Herding and[…]
- World Reindeer Herders Participate in Laun... World Reindeer Herders Participate in Launch of the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists World Reindeer Herders (WRH) and the International Centre for Reindeer Husbandry (ICR) took part in the official launch of the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists (IYRP) 2026, held on 2 December 2025 at FAO headquarters in Rome. The event, hosted by the Food and[…]
- Arctic Yearbook Releases 2025 Edition: War... Arctic Yearbook Releases 2025 Edition: War and Peace in the Arctic Arctic Yearbook Releases 2025 Edition: War and Peace in the Arctic New “Emerging Voices” section Reykjavík, 27 November 2024 — The Arctic Yearbook is pleased to announce the publication of its 2025 edition, titled “War and Peace in the Arctic,” now fully available online. This[…]
- APECS International Directorate holiday &a... APECS International Directorate holiday & New Year's closure The APECS International Directorate will be closed 15 December 2025 through 11 January 2026 due to winter holidays of its staff members.
- Læra Institute Studies Sessions: Why... Læra Institute Studies Sessions: Why Choose Circumpolar Studies? Læra Institute for Circumpolar Studies invites participants to two interactive sessions on Circumpolar Studies. These events will highlight why the courses are important and offer opportunities to connect with faculty and to discover possibilities for future study.
- Listen to the new episodes of “Polar... Listen to the new episodes of “Polar Times”, the APECS Podcast “Polar Times”, the APECS Podcast, released two episodes in November. Give them a listen!
- Headed to Antarctica? Join an APECS Spain ... Headed to Antarctica? Join an APECS Spain initiative to get connected to other researchers travelling to Antarctica Are you doing research in Antarctica and traveling through Punta Arenas or Ushuaia this campaign season? APECS Spain would like to create a contact network that allows young researchers (as well as senior researchers or base/vessel personnel) participating in the various Antarctic campaigns to, quite literally, break the ice and[…]
- Takeaways from the Polar Early Career Worl... Takeaways from the Polar Early Career World Summit - a SCAR-CONNECT webinar Following the success of our first SCAR Connect webinar about the Antarctic Treaty System, we’re excited to announce the next session in the SCAR Connect Online Training Series. If you missed the first webinar, the recording is now available online.
- New book: How poor and blind they are: Dio... New book: How poor and blind they are: Dionysius Piper in Iceland 1740–1743 This publication in Icelandic “Hve aumir og blindir þeir eru: Dionysius Piper á Íslandi 1740–1743” by Joanna Kodzik (MIARC), Sumarliði R. Ísleifsson and Gunnar Kristjánsson provides the first study and edition of German handwritten sources about Iceland from the 18th century which has never been[…]
Shipping
- Power Blackout Leaves Tanker With 28 Crew Members Adrift ... Power Blackout Leaves Tanker With 28 Crew Members Adrift Near Skyros The Greek Coast Guard was notified of the situation and deployed four patrol vessels to the area to provide support.
- Venezuela Accuses US Of ‘International Piracy&rsquo... Venezuela Accuses US Of ‘International Piracy’ After Oil Tanker Seizure Caracas described the seizure as an unlawful act aimed at undermining the country’s energy sector and destabilising its political leadership.
- Ukraine Strikes Russian Patrol Ship And Lukoil Oil Rig In... Ukraine Strikes Russian Patrol Ship And Lukoil Oil Rig In Caspian Sea The attack involved Ukrainian drones targeting a Project 22460 Okhotnik-class patrol vessel patrolling near the Filanovsky oil and gas field.
- Swedish Authorities Board Sanctioned Russian Freighter Af... Swedish Authorities Board Sanctioned Russian Freighter After Engine Trouble The ship and its owners are also subject to U.S. sanctions over suspected involvement in weapons transport.
- Missing Cargo Ship Lifeboat Washes Ashore On Devon Beach ... Missing Cargo Ship Lifeboat Washes Ashore On Devon Beach After Days Adrift Beer Coastguard Rescue Team was deployed to the scene to help secure the lifeboat and safely deal with flares found onboard.
- Bureau Veritas Classes Its First Methanol Dual-fueled Con... Bureau Veritas Classes Its First Methanol Dual-fueled Container Ship The 15,000 TEU methanol dual-fuel vessel was built by CSSC Jiangnan Shipyard for the CMA CGM Group, and officially named on December 11.
- Singapore Arrests US-Sanctioned Yacht Captain Linked To A... Singapore Arrests US-Sanctioned Yacht Captain Linked To Asia’s Biggest Scam Network Chen Zhi has been indicted by US authorities for allegedly leading a transnational criminal network that operated scam compounds.
- Academic Helen Sampson Wins Top Award For Book On Seafare... Academic Helen Sampson Wins Top Award For Book On Seafarers’ Working Conditions The book examines the harsh realities faced by many seafarers, including poor working conditions, and long periods away from home.
- France Plans To Build Europe’s Largest Warship To R... France Plans To Build Europe’s Largest Warship To Replace Charles de Gaulle The carrier is part of the Porte-Avions Nouvelle Génération programme, which is expected to cost about €10-10.25 billion ($11.7–12 billion).
- U.S. Intercepts Second Oil Tanker, Pursues Another Vessel... U.S. Intercepts Second Oil Tanker, Pursues Another Vessel Near Venezuela The interception followed Trump’s announcement of a “total and complete blockade” of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela.
Climate Change
- Europe's road transport needs to shift gears towards... Europe's road transport needs to shift gears towards sustainability Growing transport volumes have been driving Europe’s road transport emissions up in the past two decades. A European Environment Agency (EEA) analysis, published today, shows how total greenhouse gas emissions from both passenger cars and heavy goods vehicles have increased in Europe, despite better engine efficiency and use of biofuels.
- The looming threat for Maine’s iconic potato industry The looming threat for Maine’s iconic potato industry By Lori Valigra (Bangor Daily News) and Caitlin Looby (Climate Central) with Jen Brady (Climate Central) contributing to data reporting Maire Lenihan coaxes organic Keuka Gold potatoes into a washing machine at Goranson Farm in Dresden on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Credit: Troy R. Bennett / BDN Maine farmer Ryan Guerrette irrigated his 1,200 acres of potatoes in Caribou more often in the past few years, when[…]
- Ellis Island, lighthouses among historic NJ sites floodin... Ellis Island, lighthouses among historic NJ sites flooding as seas rise By Ayurella Horn-Muller (Climate Central ) and Andrew S. Lewis and Michael Sol Warren (NJ Spotlight News), with television segment by Brenda Flanagan (NJ Spotlight News) Read the Climate Central report, Future Flood Risk: Historic Sites in NJ. The Garden State’s history is starting to wash away. New Jersey as it exists today was built up over hundreds of years from the arrival[…]
- Still rare in Iowa, electric car powers Des Moines family... Still rare in Iowa, electric car powers Des Moines family’s home during blackouts By Ayurella Horn-Muller (Climate Central) and Amber Alexander (NBC WHO 13 Des Moines) Kerri Johannsen was less than a week from giving birth to her second child when a derecho wielding winds up to 100 mph swept through Iowa. Johannsen’s power went out for four days. “It was hot,” she said. “We were just trying to manage.” The Des Moines[…]
- Storied Maine ski resort bets future on reining in high c... Storied Maine ski resort bets future on reining in high costs of warmer winters By Lori Valigra and Elizabeth Miller A skier jumps into the air in front of a large snow-making machine at Shawnee Peak in Bridgton on Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022. Modern advances in snow-making technology are helping Maine ski areas stay open despite the warming climate. Credit: Troy R. Bennett / BDN BRIDGTON, Maine — Billy Dolliver’s blue eyes twinkled at the mountain[…]
- Emissions from road traffic and domestic heating behind b... Emissions from road traffic and domestic heating behind breaches of EU air quality standards across Europe Breaches of EU air quality limits for nitrogen dioxide across Europe were predominantly due to road traffic, while domestic heating lay behind the majority of exceedances for particulate matter, according to a European Environment Agency (EEA) assessment on air quality plans published today.
- Hardly any past Winter Olympic host cities will have the ... Hardly any past Winter Olympic host cities will have the snow to host in 60 years By Clarisa Diaz and Elizabeth Miller Rain, wet snow, and shallow snow are all expected to increase at former Olympic venues over the coming decades, according to a new study led by researchers from the University of Waterloo. It projects that nearly all prior host cities for the Olympics will see weather conditions that make it difficult to hold outdoor winter sports competitions. The[…]
- Circular business models and smarter design can reduce en... Circular business models and smarter design can reduce environment and climate impacts from textiles Textile consumption in Europe has on average the fourth highest impacts on the environment and climate, following consumption of food, housing and mobility. Ahead of the expected European Union (EU) strategy for sustainable and circular textiles, the European Environment Agency (EEA) published today two briefings that look at measures to reduce those impacts, including on resource use, greenhouse gas emissions[…]
- Europe's environmental taxes in decline, despite pot... Europe's environmental taxes in decline, despite potentially crucial role The European Green Deal acknowledges the crucial role of taxation in Europe’s sustainability transition. A new European Environment Agency (EEA) briefing, published today, shows that revenues from environmental taxes can support transition investments but future revenue streams from these taxes will erode as European Union (EU) environmental and climate policy objectives are achieved. The relative share of environmental taxes to[…]
- Economic losses from weather and climate-related extremes... Economic losses from weather and climate-related extremes in Europe reached around half a trillion euros over past 40 years Extreme weather events like storms, heatwaves and flooding accounted for economic losses of around half a trillion euros over the past 40 years and led to between 85 000 and 145 000 human fatalities across Europe. Less than one-third of these losses were insured, according to a European Environment Agency (EEA) analysis of economic losses and fatalities from weather and[…]
Science
- NSF and partners invest $9M in AI-focused math education ... NSF and partners invest $9M in AI-focused math education program The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences (NSF SBE) has launched the Collaboratory to Advance Mathematics Education and Learning (CAMEL), a new $9 million investment aimed at transforming K-12…
- Intent to restructure critical weather science infrastruc... Intent to restructure critical weather science infrastructure The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) announced today that the agency is reviewing the structure of the research and observational capabilities operated by the NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR). NSF remains committed to…
- NSF announces new initiative to launch and scale a new ge... NSF announces new initiative to launch and scale a new generation of transformative independent research organizations to advance breakthrough science The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (NSF TIP) on Friday announced the launch of a new initiative designed to launch and scale a new generation of independent research organizations. These…
- NSF invests $30M in EPSCoR jurisdictions for research and... NSF invests $30M in EPSCoR jurisdictions for research and workforce development in energy, semiconductors, nanotechnology and biotechnology The U.S. National Science Foundation is investing approximately $30 million in institutions across Montana, Idaho and Louisiana to establish NSF EPSCoR Centers of Research Excellence in Science and Technology (NSF EPSCoR CREST Centers). These centers…
- NSF and UKRI launch $10M quantum chemistry collaborative ... NSF and UKRI launch $10M quantum chemistry collaborative research effort The U.S. National Science Foundation and United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI) are investing in eight joint research projects that could open the door to breakthroughs in quantum computing...
- NSF selects 15 finalists to advance to the next round of ... NSF selects 15 finalists to advance to the next round of its second Regional Innovation Engines competition The U.S. National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines) program announced 15 finalists advancing to the next stage of the program's second competition — spanning critical technologies and applications ranging from enhancing…
- NSF invests $6.2 million in EPSCoR Research Fellows NSF invests $6.2 million in EPSCoR Research Fellows The U.S. National Science Foundation is investing $6.2 million in 24 exceptional researchers who have been selected as NSF Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research...
- NSF National Quantum Virtual Laboratory speeds into the d... NSF National Quantum Virtual Laboratory speeds into the design phase The U.S. National Science Foundation National Quantum Virtual Laboratory (NSF NQVL) is coming into sharper focus with the selection of the first four teams that will design high-tech infrastructure...
- NSF announces funding to establish the National AI Resear... NSF announces funding to establish the National AI Research Resource Operations Center The U.S. National Science Foundation today announced a new solicitation to establish a National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource Operations Center (NAIRR-OC). This marks a critical...
- NSF expanding national AI infrastructure with new data sy... NSF expanding national AI infrastructure with new data systems and resources The U.S. National Science Foundation today announced two major advancements in America's AI infrastructure: the launch of the Integrated Data Systems and Services (NSF IDSS) program to build out...
Politics & Society
- Faroe Islands beats Czech Republic during World Cup 2026 ... Faroe Islands beats Czech Republic during World Cup 2026 football qualifiers The Faroe Islands defeated the Czech Republic to keep their slim chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup alive. The result means the team remains in contention for a play-off place as they head into the final round of Group L fixtures. Ranked 136th in the world, the Faroe Islands are third in the […] The post Faroe Islands[…]
- Icebreaker cooperation deepened between Finland and U.S. Icebreaker cooperation deepened between Finland and U.S. The Icebreaker cooperation between Finland and the U.S. has been deepened with the United States procuring eleven new icebreakers for the country’s Coast Guard, four of which are expected to be constructed in Finland. On 9th October, U.S. President Donald Trump and Finnish President Alexander Stubb signed a memorandum of understanding, laying the foundation for […] The post Icebreaker cooperation[…]
- Trails for new plant-based protection for fresh produce b... Trails for new plant-based protection for fresh produce begin in Sweden Sweden is launching a trial for an additive-free, plant-based protection for fresh produce, aiming to be a sustainable alternative to plastic packaging. The food-tech producer Saveggy has begun trialing an edible coating based on rapeseed oil and oat oil, as a waste-free option in time for the EU’s ban on single-use plastics for fresh produce […] The post Trails for[…]
- Hooked on Herring: How Denmark’s Fish Got Its Groov... Hooked on Herring: How Denmark’s Fish Got Its Groove Back in Europe The Icelandic agency Ceedr, in collaboration with TBWA in Copenhagen, recently delivered a marketing campaign promoting Danish herring. The campaign ran in Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, and Sweden, with a particular focus on the German market, which accounts for almost half of Denmark’s herring exports. The initiative, commissioned by the Danish Pelagic Producers’ Organisation (DPPO), […] The post Hooked on[…]
- Icelandic women’s football team quits over poor tre... Icelandic women’s football team quits over poor treatment Iceland’s entire women’s football team has quit over poor treatment, alluding to gender inequality and years of poor treatment. The Icelandic women’s team, ÍR (Íþróttafélag Reykjavíkur), was pushed to its breaking point due to the treatment it received. As part of the upset, players noted that the men’s team was overall given priority, while the […] The post Icelandic women’s[…]
- Norway invests in new research projects to prevent life-t... Norway invests in new research projects to prevent life-threatening incidents Norway is investing in twelve new research projects to enhance the country’s response to life-threatening incidents and strengthen its critical infrastructure. This initiative has received support for addressing a variety of societal security and emergency preparedness issues. The projects have been funded by nine ministries in the Norwegian government: the Ministry of Justice and Public […] The post Norway invests[…]
- Data center investors concerned by government tax budget ... Data center investors concerned by government tax budget proposal in Finland Finland’s Government proposal to remove energy tax breaks for the Datacentres has caused concern for the industry’s investors. Finland’s Ministry of Finance is preparing changes to the Energy Taxation Act as part of the 2026 state budget. Under the plan, the preferential tax treatment enjoyed by datacentres would be abolished. Officials argue the reform is […] The post Data center[…]
- Denmark bans civilian drones after mass number of drones ... Denmark bans civilian drones after mass number of drones spotted at military sites As Denmark prepares to host two European summits, the country has banned the use of unmanned civilian drones after drones were seen at several military sites. Speaking on Sunday, the Danish Defence Ministry explained that it had seen several drones at its military sites over the weekend, prompting the move to ban said drones. Denmark […] The post Denmark bans[…]
- Northern Forum Teenage Climate Ambassador elected Northern Forum Teenage Climate Ambassador elected On April 28, the Final of the annual international competition "Teenage Climate Ambassador of the Northern Forum" was held among students of schools-members of Schools Association of the Northern Forum
- Vladimir Vasilev spoke in an interview about results of t... Vladimir Vasilev spoke in an interview about results of the Northern Forum events in India Vladimir Vasilev, Executive Director of the Northern Forum told Yakutia 24 TV channel about the results of the Northern Forum events in India, and future plans in program “Aktualnoe interview”.
Resources
- Boliden guidance Boliden guidance Boliden announces its 2026 production guidance for all seven mining units, as well as information on ongoing investment projects and planned…
- Invitation to presentation of Boliden's guidance 2026 Invitation to presentation of Boliden's guidance 2026 Boliden will announce guidance for 2026 on Friday December 5, at 07:45 (CET) and invites to a press and analyst conference the same day at 09:00. The…
- Change in Boliden's Board of Directors Change in Boliden's Board of Directors Due to personal reasons, board member Per Lindberg has requested to resign from Boliden's Board of Directors. Per Lindberg is also not available for…
- Repurchase of shares in Boliden AB on October 22 Repurchase of shares in Boliden AB on October 22 Boliden AB (LEI code: 21380059QU7IM1ONDJ56) has on October 22, 2025 repurchased a total of 130,000 treasury shares (ISIN code: SE0020050417) as part…
- Boliden resolves to repurchase its shares Boliden resolves to repurchase its shares The Board of Directors of Boliden has, based on the authorization from the Annual General Meeting on 23 April 2025, resolved to repurchase a maximum…
- Boliden Q3 2025: Strong cash flow and solid mine production Boliden Q3 2025: Strong cash flow and solid mine production "Overall, the results for the quarter were strong. We had a significant cash flow, even though major investments are still ongoing primarily in the…
- Boliden's nomination committee for the 2026 AGM Boliden's nomination committee for the 2026 AGM In April 2025, Boliden AB's Annual General Meeting adopted new instructions for appointing the Nomination Committee, according to which the company's…
- Invitation presentation of Boliden's Q3 2025 report Invitation presentation of Boliden's Q3 2025 report Boliden will announce its Interim Report for the third quarter 2025 on Wednesday October 22 at 07:45 (CEST). A press and analyst conference will be…
- Application for mining concession for Laver granted Application for mining concession for Laver granted Boliden's application for a mining concession for the Laver deposit has today been granted by the Swedish Mining Authority. The concession grants…
- Linn Andersson new member of Boliden's Group Management Linn Andersson new member of Boliden's Group Management Linn Andersson has been appointed EVP Strategy and CTO. The role, which is new to Boliden's Group Management, includes overall responsibility for…
