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  • In this episode, H.E. Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland, shares his reflections and final remarks on the 2024 Berlin Forum, where discussions centered on navigating Arctic issues at crossroads.

    This speech was originally delivered at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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  • In this episode, we explore the role that non-Arctic European countries play in addressing Arctic challenges, highlighting their commitment and the assets they bring to regional cooperation.

    Our panelists include:

    Clarissa Duvigneau: German Ambassador to IcelandCarmine Robustelli: Special Envoy for the Arctic at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of ItalyClaire Buckley: Irish Ambassador to Iceland & NorwayPiotr Rakowski: former Senior Advisor for Arctic Policy at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of PolandClara Ganslandt: EU Ambassador to Iceland; former EU Special Envoy for Arctic Matters

    The discussion and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Marie-Anne Coninsx, Senior Fellow at EGMONT – Royal Institute for International Relations, and Former EU Ambassador for the Arctic.

    This panel originally took place at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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  • In this episode, we will explore the future of Arctic governance with and without Russia, examining perspectives ranging from research collaboration and international law to security policy, and exploring potential avenues for renewed cooperation.

    Our panelists include:

    Anne Morgenstern: Senior Researcher at the Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research, GermanyRasmus Bertelsen: Professor at UiT - The Arctic University of NorwayOlena Podvorna: Senior Researcher at the Peace Research Institute FrankfurtChristoph Humrich: Assistant Professor, Centre for International Relations Research at the University of Groningen, NetherlandsMichael Paul: Senior Fellow at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs

    The discussion and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Franziska Hagedorn, Head of Division for Arctic Policy at the Federal Foreign Office, Germany.

    This panel originally took place at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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    @_Arctic_Circle

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    The Arctic Circle

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  • In this episode, we will explore the concepts of co-creation and two-eyed seeing, focusing on the perspectives of Indigenous and scientific knowledge in research endeavors.

    Our panelists include:

    Aslak Holmberg: President of the Saami CouncilNaja Dyrendom Graugaard: Postdoctoral Researcher at the Aarhus University, Denmark Vivi Vold: PhD Candidate at the University of Greenland and the University of California, Davis, United StatesNina Döring: Research Group Leader at the Research Institute for Sustainability – Helmholtz Centre Potsdam, GermanyEvie Morin: Research Associate at the Research Institute for Sustainability – Helmholtz Centre Potsdam, GermanyAnne Chahine: Research Associate at the Research Institute for Sustainability – Helmholtz Centre Potsdam, Germany

    The discussion and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Jan-Erik Henriksen, Professor at UiT – The Arctic University of Norway.

    This panel originally took place at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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    @_Arctic_Circle

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    The Arctic Circle

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  • In this episode, we will further examine and discuss the implications of geopolitics on Arctic governance and cooperation.

    Our panelists include:

    Rt. Hon. Mark Pritchard MP: Vice-President and Special Representative on the Arctic and High North of the OSCE Parliamentary AssemblyHon. Bryndís Haraldsdóttir MP: President of the Nordic CouncilMichael Paul: Senior Fellow at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP)Rasmus Bertelsen: Professor at UiT - The Arctic University of Norway

    The discussion and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Malgorzata Smieszek-Rice, Postdoctoral Researcher at UiT - The Arctic University of Norway.

    This panel originally took place at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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    @_Arctic_Circle

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  • In this episode, we will explore views and perspectives on the potential of Arctic clean energy for the European market.

    Our panelists include:

    H.E. Angus Robertson: External Affairs Secretary of the Scottish GovernmentAndré Küüsvek: CEO & President of the Nordic Investment BankRobert Howe: Managing Director of Bremenports, Germany

    The discussion and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland.

    This panel originally took place at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.

    The Arctic Circle Business Forum The Arctic Circle Business Forum, a new initiative, will be launched at the upcoming Assembly, 17-19 October.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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    @_Arctic_Circle

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    The Arctic Circle

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  • In this episode, Tjorven Bellmann, Political Director of the German Federal Foreign Office, shares Germany’s perspective on the implications of geopolitics for Arctic governance and cooperation.

    This speech was originally delivered at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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  • In this episode, we engage in an insightful conversation between two distinguished members of the Arctic Circle Mission Council on the GlobalArctics:

    Heather Exner-Pirot: Managing Editor of the Arctic Yearbook and Senior Fellow & Director of Energy, Natural Resources, and Environment at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, Canada.Lassi Heininen: Professor Emeritus and Visiting Researcher at the Aleksanteri Institute, University of Helsinki, Finland.

    Heather and Lassi discuss the evolving dynamics of Arctic cooperation amidst shifting regional and global geopolitical tensions. Their exchange focuses on the role of international functional cooperation as a means to enhance security in the Arctic. The conversation also opens up to audience questions.

    This event originally aired as the inaugural Arctic Circle Webcast Session in April 2022.

    The Arctic Circle Mission Council on the GlobalArctic, which was formally launched at the 2019 Arctic Circle China Forum in Shanghai, aims to interpret the globalized Arctic, encourage research and uphold dialogue on these various developments. Its members have in their professional capacities spearheaded the discussion on the GlobalArctic and will continue through the Mission Council to encourage dialogue and explore the concept and implications of the GlobalArctic.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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    The Arctic Circle

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  • In this episode, we learn more about CarbFix, the Icelandic company that has pioneered a method to permanently store CO₂ by transforming it into stone deep underground. Our special guest, Edda Sif Pind Aradóttir, CEO of CarbFix, will introduce this groundbreaking technology and discuss its role as a crucial tool in the fight against the climate crisis. She will also take questions from the audience.

    This event originally took place at the 2019 Arctic Circle Assembly.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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    @_Arctic_Circle

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    The Arctic Circle

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  • In this episode, we explore the new perspectives that research on seismic activity offers on the interplay between the Arctic and space. We will specifically examine the broader implications of studying the eruption of Iceland’s Fagradalsfjall volcano, which began on March 19, 2021, and continued for six months, for both Earth and space sciences.

    Our panelists include:

    Shay Strong, Vice President of Product + EngineeringFreysteinn Sigmundsson, Research Professor, Nordic Volcanological Center, Institute of Earth Sciences, University of IcelandVincent Drouin, Geophysicist, Icelandic Meteorological OfficeDaniel Leeb, Executive Mission Director & CEO, Iceland Space Agency

    The discussion and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Tero Vauraste, Senior Business Development Advisor, ICEYE; Senior Advisor, IQM Quantum Computers.

    This panel originally took place at the 2021 Arctic Circle Assembly.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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    @_Arctic_Circle

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    The Arctic Circle

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  • In this episode, we examine the emerging security concerns in Greenland and Iceland amidst growing international attention to the Arctic region. Our discussion spans geopolitical strategies, defense policies, environmental challenges, and international collaboration.

    Our panelist include:

    Aaja Chemnitz Larsen: Member of the Danish ParliamentSara Olsvig: International Chair of Inuit Circumpolar Council; Ph.D. Candidate, Ilisimatusarfik - University of Greenland; Former Vice Premier & Minister of Social Affairs, Families, Gender Equality and Justice, Government of Greenland; Member, Constitutional Commission of GreenlandMarc Lanteigne, Professor, Political Science Department, UiT - The Arctic University of NorwayEgill Níelsson, Senior Advisor, Rannís - The Icelandic Center for Research

    The discussion and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Halla Hrund Logadóttir, Director General, Icelandic National Energy Authority.

    This panel originally took place at the 2021 Arctic Circle Assembly in Reykjavík, Iceland.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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    @_Arctic_Circle

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    The Arctic Circle

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  • In this episode, Francesco La Camera, Director General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), discusses the critical role of renewable energy for the Arctic and its global significance.

    The event and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Guðni A. Jóhannesson, Former Director General of the National Energy Authority of Iceland.

    This session originally took place at the 2019 Arctic Circle Assembly.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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    The Arctic Circle

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  • In this episode, we will explore Arctic Tipping Points, discussing, among other things, the loss of the Greenland Ice Sheet, the impacts on the Arctic ecosystem, and changes in atmospheric circulation.

    Our panelists include:

    Stefan Rahmstorf: Professor of Physics of the Oceans at the University of Potsdam, GermanyAntje Boetius: Director, Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research, GermanyHalldór Björnsson: Head of the Atmospheric Research Group at the Icelandic Meteorological Office

    The discussion and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Brynhildur Davíðsdóttir, Professor of Environment and Natural Resources at the University of Iceland.

    This panel originally took place the 2019 Arctic Circle Assembly.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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  • In this episode, we will explore the growing Arctic Film Sector, examining its place in the film industry.

    Our panelists include:

    Baltasar Kormákur Baltasarsson: Director & Producer, IcelandAnne Lajla Utsi: Managing Director of the International Sámi Film InstituteLaufey Guðjónsdóttir: Former Director of the Icelandic Film Centre

    The discussion and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Liisa Holmberg, Film Commissioner at the International Sámi Film Insitute.

    This panel originally took place at the 2021 Arctic Circle Assembly.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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    The Arctic Circle

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  • In this episode, we listen to four distinguished experts discussing concrete examples of actions within the Blue Economy, both in the private and public sector and how the Blue Economy affects the Arctic Region.

    Our panelists include:

    Bryndís Björnsdóttir, Head of Industry Solutions at Matis, IcelandLeslie Canavera, CEO of PolArctic, USAPatrick Arnold, Co-Founder & CEO of the New England Ocean Cluster, USA

    The discussion and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Mads Qvist Frederiksen, Executive Director of the Arctic Economic Council.

    This event originally took place at the 2021 Arctic Circle Assembly.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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  • In this episode, H.E. Steffi Lemke, German Federal Minister for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection, presents the guiding principles of Germany’s environmental policy and its connection to Arctic issues.

    This speech was originally delivered at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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    The Arctic Circle

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  • In this episode, we will explore how satellite and remote sensing technologies are paving the way for a new era of collaboration between research and industry, emphasizing the crucial role of private sector involvement in research and development.

    Our panelists include:

    Guido Grosse: Head of Permafrost Research Section at the Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Center for Polar and Marine Research, Germany;Mads Qvist Frederiksen: Executive Director of the Arctic Economic Council;Ashley Morris: Remote Sensing Officer at the Svalbard Integrated Arctic Earth Observing System (SIOS), Norway;Anica Huck: Earth Observation Liaison for European Organisations at Planet;Nina Soleng: Head of Communications at Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSAT), Norway.

    The discussion and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Franz Immler, Head of the Environmental Observation Sector, Directorate-General for Research & Innovation at the European Commission

    This event originally took place at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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    The Arctic Circle

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  • In this episode, Áslat Holmberg, President of the Saami Council, addresses the Arctic and international community, explaining that thriving ecosystems and regional peace depend on the decolonization of knowledge production, locally sensitive and sustainable resource management, and ongoing cooperation at all levels.

    This speech was originally delivered at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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  • In this episode, we will look into the next steps and recommendations for advancing polar cooperation and dialogue, building on the momentum from the One Planet - Polar Summit in Paris and the Polar Symposium in Monaco.

    Our panelists include:

    Pascal Lamy: Vice-President of the Paris Peace Forum and former Director-General of the World Trade Organization (2005-2013)Frederik Paulsen: Chair of the Board of the University of the ArcticAntje Boetius: Director of the Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research in Germany

    The discussion and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland.

    This panel originally took place at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum. The Polar Dialogue will be convened at the upcoming 2024 Arctic Circle Assembly, taking place from October 17 to 19 in Reykjavík, Iceland.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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    In this episode, H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco addresses the Arctic and international community, reaffirming the need for collective action and collaboration in overcoming the multifaceted challenges faced by human societies.

    This speech was originally delivered at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.

    Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.

    Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at [email protected]

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