Arctic sea ice

• New climate data suggests warming trend is continuing

  Record warm temperatures have persisted around the globe since 2000 and latest data continues to break those earlier records, and no cold temperature records were set this year.

  Environment

  May 14
• Arctic sea ice at second lowest level in more than 40 years, scientists say

  Scientists say they believe the defining feature of life in northern waters could shrink even further before the melt season is over.

  Environment

  Sep 21, 2020
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• Bleak future predicted for polar bears in Canada’s Arctic

  A study published this week has painted a grim picture of the future of polar bears, particularly in the low Arctic.

  Environment

  Jul 26, 2020
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• Arctic to be ‘functionally ice-free’ in the next 50 years, study says

  When asked when or how long the sea ice in the Arctic would take to grow back, Thackeray responded with, "We don't have a scenario for re-growth."

  Environment

  Nov 26, 2019
• A deadly virus affecting seals, seal lions could spread as sea ice levels decline, scientists say

  A 15-year study linked declining sea ice levels to the spread of a deadly virus that targeted seals, sea lions and otters. Scientists say that as climate change continues, the virus could potentially spread further.

  Environment

  Nov 9, 2019
• As sea ice recedes, N.W.T. premier says more investment needed in Arctic ports

  "We rely a lot on ice roads. Their life span is getting shorter and shorter," he said.

  Canada

  Jul 24, 2019
• Climate scientists document ‘extreme conditions on hot day’ in Greenland

  The photo gives the illusion that the dogs, and the sleds carrying the researchers, are walking on water.

  Environment

  Jun 18, 2019
• Canada stands by Arctic climate goals as U.S. eyes melting ice as economic opportunity

  This week the U.S blocked the Arctic Council from issuing a unanimous declaration acknowledging climate change.

  Environment

  May 7, 2019
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• Drone footage shows impact of climate change off east coast of Newfoundland

  Stunning drone footage shows accumulating sea ice over Brighton, Newfoundland, but, according to researchers, also serves as stark reminder of the impact climate change.

  Canada

  Apr 1, 2018
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• Polar bear behaviour previously unknown to researchers captured on body cam collars

  Researchers with the United States Geological Survey released new video captured by collars attached to nine wild polar bears, which they say shows never before seen habits as the animals cope with a changing climate.

  Environment

  Feb 2, 2018