Antarctica may have crossed a tipping point that leads to rising seas Scientists are beginning to understand the sudden loss of sea ice in Antarctica ― and there is growing evidence that it represents a permanent shift with potentially catastrophic consequences

Sometimes, on Saturdays, diplomacy can be a painstakingly solitary affair.

One way to start the day.

”Increased concentrations of greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, can disrupt our critical thinking, problem-solving solving and decision-making processes as they interfere with neurotransmission activity in the body.”

Exhibition at the #Assembly2025👀 The legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic is still present in many Arctic communities. Learn more about enhancing human security and fostering more resilient communities! Location Eyri, Harpa 📍

“The rapid shrinking of the last remaining glaciers in eastern Africa, which are expected to melt entirely in the near future, signals the threat of imminent and irreversible change to the Earth system,

🌊 Historic milestone for our Ocean! The #BBNJ Treaty reached 60 ratifications, and is set to enter into force on 17 Jan 2026. At Mercator Ocean, we stand ready to support its implementation with cutting-edge data, modelling & innovation. 🔗 mercator-ocean.eu/high-seas-trea…

The Paris Agreement’s 1.5C target is existential for Vanuatu. Beyond 2C, the islands risk losing 20% of GDP every year to climate disasters. buff.ly/Jk3F6Bt

4 am at the airport and on my way to Montreal🇨🇦 for the Climate and Security Summit. I seldom sleep on planes so I hope I get a badge for tonight’s reception, should I forget my name.

I am quite convinced that the person who designed seats next to the aircraft emergency exits must have been a person roughly my size. Thank you!

Good Day/Bonjour Montreal!

One of the eternal mysteries in life is why are the hotel ironing boards always designed for people less that 135cm in height?

Even if I got up 22 hrs ago, it is fantastic to attend the opening reception of this important event in Montreal🇨🇦!

Interesting day ahead in Montreal🇨🇦. I had pancaces and maple syrup for breakfast so I am ready!

Excellent to meet my 🇪🇺 colleague Special Envoy TA in Montreal🇨🇦.

First panel in Montreal 🇨🇦 and I am already trying to understand particle physics. I am somewhere in the outer rims of my own comprehension but this is incredibly fascinating.

Incredibly powerful and thought-provoking keynote address by NATO’s Lt.Gen Peter K Scott 🇨🇦 on climate and security; the interfaces and risks.!

Time for break-out sessions. Theme of the first one was easy to choose.

Earlier in the year it was a great pleasure and an honour to talk about the Arctic with the always impressive Sara Olsvig and Dr. Heïdi Sevestre. Thank you Arctic Council Secretariat for the opportunity!

Final session of the Montreal Climate Security Summit 2025. Excellent discussions. Great job by the organisers; NATO Centre of Excellence and 🇨🇦 CDA Institute. Thank you/merci/kiitos!👍👏