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…

Still good time to submit a poster session proposal for the Arctic Council’s Norwegian Chairship conference on emergency management. Note down the deadline on 23 September 2024 ⬇️

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.

As traffic in the Arctic increases, so does the risk for accidents. In 2011, Arctic States signed an agreement on search & rescue in the Arctic to improve cooperation & coordination in the case of incidents. Our Emergency Prevention, Preparedness and Response Working Group supports & implements the agreement.

The IMO's Arctic #HFO ban came into effect this summer. With new 🛳️ fuels coming on the market, how do they impact the Arctic? Protection of the Arctic Marine Environment and Emergency Prevention, Preparedness and Response joined forces to find out, revealing new risks & implications for the Arctic marine environment: arctic-council.org/news/changing-…

The deadline for poster submissions for the Arctic Emergency Management Conference has been extended until 7 October ⬇️❗️

Cruise vessels in the Arctic can be a risk factor in terms of emergency management. But could there be another side to that story? Emergency Prevention, Preparedness and Response & AECO Arctic Cruise explored the potential role of cruise ships as first responders in oil spill emergencies: arctic-council.org/news/from-risk…

Attending Arctic Circle #Assembly2024? Don't miss our sessions today on a wide range of topics - from #radioactivity to #genderequality, food systems to the #cryosphere and more 👇

Radioactivity from both human activities & natural sources are a concern in the Arctic. At #Assembly 2024 AMAP & Emergency Prevention, Preparedness and Response spoke about radiation in the Arctic as well as increasing risks for incidents. Stay tuned: both Working Groups will have new reports in 2025.

What are emerging risks in the Arctic? 🛳️ Oil spills due to increased ship traffic 🧊 Thawing permafrost 🌊 Coastal erosion 🔥 Wildland fires These were some of the risks discussed during the joint Emergency Prevention, Preparedness and Response and GRID-Arendal session Arctic Circle #Assembly2024

❗Registration for the Arctic Emergency Management Conference is now open! Join us for three days of learning and sharing, networking and advancing emergency management in the Arctic. Learn more about the program and register here: arctic-council.org/about/norway-c…

Register now for the Arctic Emergency Management Conference! Emergency management in the Arctic is a fast-changing landscape. Learn about latest developments, network with international experts & join us in advancing work on Arctic emergency management: arctic-council.org/about/norway-c…

Still good time to register for the Arctic Emergency Management Conference, taking place 18-20 March 2025. Join three days of discussions and activities contributing to information sharing, capacity building and future priorities.

There's still time to register for the Arctic Emergency Management Conference👇 Take part in discussions on: 🔥Wildfires 🛳️Marine environmental response 🛟Search & rescue 🏥Health preparedness ☢️Radiation 🏘️Communities ➕much more! Learn more & register: arctic-council.org/about/norway-c…

The first Arctic Emergency Management Conference, hosted by the Norwegian Chairship, is currently taking place in Bodø, Norway. The work on emergency prevention, preparedness & response is being discussed & advanced by experts & Knowledge Holders from across the Arctic.

Today, Arctic States and Indigenous Permanent Participants convened for the 14th Arctic Council meeting and issued the Romssa-Tromsø statement. 🔗Link to press release: arctic-council.org/news/press-rel…

Directly or indirectly, the ocean plays a role in all our lives. 🌊 Today during #UNOC3, Kingdom of Denmark in Arctic Council, AMAP & Emergency Prevention, Preparedness and Response are highlighting 4 key ways the ocean impacts us all. To kick off the event, 🇫🇴 Minister of Foreign affairs, Industry & Trade shared a message👇

Meet Benjamin Strong, the new Chair of Emergency Prevention, Preparedness and Response! With a paramedic & Coast Guard background, Ben brings with him an expertise in Arctic #SAR & a passion for helping people. Learn about Ben, his ambitions for EPPR & key focus areas for the years ahead: arctic-council.org/news/all-hazar…

🚨 Early release🎧 Arctic wildfires are reshaping landscapes, threatening communities & impacting the🌍climate 🔥What makes them so devestating 🔥Who's affected 🔥How Indigenous fire practices can be part of a solution Tune into our new podcast This Way Up arctic-council.org/podcast/arctic…

What risks do small Arctic communities face as the region changes? And how can communities prepare to respond? Learn how Emergency Prevention, Preparedness and Response is helping Arctic communities build resilience by preparing for disasters👉 arctic-council.org/news/building-…