Nordic Day Celebrated Across the Region
24 Mar 2026
News
Ella in the Arctic: One Sailor’s Journey Through a Changing Polar World
20 Mar 2026
IGEC 2026 Postponed Amid Regional Security Concerns
19 Mar 2026
Calotte Academy - Call for Participation & Papers
18 Mar 2026
Highlights
Registry of Polar Observing Networks (RoPON)
The Registry of Polar Observing Networks (RoPON) is a powerful resource designed to make high-latitude scientific observation and monitoring more findable, accessible, and connected.
Protecting the Arctic´s Future - Interview from CGTN
In this interview featured on CGTN America’s “Big Story”, Arctic Portal Director Halldór Jóhannsson reflects on why the Arctic is vital not only for those who live in the region but for the global community.
China-Iceland Arctic Observatory (CIAO) - Kárhóll
The China-Iceland Arctic Observatory (CIAO) is a scientific research observatory located at Kárhóll, near the municipality of Laugar in northern Iceland, about 60 km east of the town of Akureyri.
China-Iceland observatory exemplifies climate collaboration
In this interview with CGTN America’s “Big Story”, Arctic Portal Director Halldór Jóhannsson discusses the importance of international cooperation in Arctic research and climate science.
Arctic Community
- Expedition of ZVEZDA LLC Held a Series of ... Expedition of ZVEZDA LLC Held a Series of Meetings with Friends and Colleagues from the Northern Forum The initiative to conduct an expedition trip by representatives of ZVEZDA LLC across the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug came from Nadezhda Anatolyevna Filippova, Chair of the Transport and Logistics Working Group of the Northern Forum.
- "ZVEZDA" All-Terrain Vehicles Pr... "ZVEZDA" All-Terrain Vehicles Presented in Yamal: Arctic-Tested Technology at Reindeer Herder’s Day In Salekhard, as part of the Reindeer Herder’s Day celebration, a presentation was held for new Russian amphibious all-terrain vehicles manufactured by ZVEZDA LLC.
- POLARIN fieldwork planning webinars: two-p... POLARIN fieldwork planning webinars: two-part series Are you preparing for fieldwork in the Arctic or Antarctic? Whether you're headed to land-based stations or embarking on polar research vessels, planning is key to a successful and safe research campaign. Join us on 9 April, 13-15 GMT and 16 April, 13-15 GMT for[…]
- The Northern Forum participates in Arctic ... The Northern Forum participates in Arctic Council's EPPR Working Group meeting On March 18, The Northern Forum took part in the plenary meeting of the Arctic Council's Working Group on Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Emergencies (EPPR).
- The Northern Forum strengthens ties with t... The Northern Forum strengthens ties with the USA: Peter Clark's visit and plans to publish a book about ALSIB On March 18, the Secretariat of The Northern Forum was visited by Peter Clark, an American of Yakut descent, and his wife Katerina. The meeting focused on promising projects aimed at strengthening ties between the USA and Russia.
- New Research: Sámi Rights Under Pre... New Research: Sámi Rights Under Pressure in the Green Transition A recent research article from the University of Oslo highlights an increasingly urgent issue: the tension between climate policies and Indigenous rights in northern Europe.
- Trip to Tsagaannuur on February 26-28 Trip to Tsagaannuur on February 26-28 The trip’s agenda included participation in the Inaugural meeting of the establishment of the Dukha reindeer herders organization “Nogoon Taiga” (“Green Taiga”), attending the Snow and Reindeer Festival, and conducting interviews among reindeer herders in the framework of the Reindeer Herding and Resilience project (RHR).
- Apply to join the SOOS Weddell Sea and Dro... Apply to join the SOOS Weddell Sea and Dronning Maud Land Regional Working Group (WSDML RWG) The Association of Polar Early Career Scientists (APECS) and the Southern Ocean Observing System (SOOS) are looking for an early career scientist to join the SOOS Weddell Sea and Dronning Maud Land Regional Working Group (WSDML RWG)
- Reindeer Herder Helena Omma Defends PhD on... Reindeer Herder Helena Omma Defends PhD on Sámi Land Terminology Congratulations to Helena Omma, reindeer herding Sámi from Porjus, Sweden and ICR Chair of the Board, who successfully defended her PhD on March 6th at Sámi Allaskuvla in Guovdageaidnu, Norway
- Sowing Polar Awareness: Report on the 2025... Sowing Polar Awareness: Report on the 2025 Antarctic Education Workshops in Uruguay The 2025 edition of the "Antarctic Education Workshops" was executed by the Outreach Unit of the Faculty of Sciences. This initiative featured the participation of members from APECS Uruguay and students from the University of the Republic. These workshops aim to build a bridge between[…]
- ICR's NOMAD FoodLab session at the Ar... ICR's NOMAD FoodLab session at the Arctic Circle Forum in Rome This important gathering brings together global voices on Arctic cooperation and sustainability — including Prince Albert II of Monaco, Chairman of the Arctic Circle - H.E. Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Research of Greenland - H.E. Vivian Motzfeldt and many other distinguished[…]
- Registration Reminder: ASSW 2026 Regular D... Registration Reminder: ASSW 2026 Regular Deadline Approaching Registration for the Arctic Science Summit Week (ASSW) 2026 in Aarhus, Denmark (25 March- 1 April 2026) for the regular registration fee is still open until March 4. ASSW 2026 will include Community Meetings and Workshops (25 - 30 March), the ASSW 2026 Science Day with the theme Arctic Observations[…]
Announcements
- UArctic Member Bulletin for March 2026 UArctic Member Bulletin for March 2026 UArctic member bulletin for the month of March 2026 has just been released. Lead storyRegister for the UArctic Congress 2026 and the Ocean Connectivity ConferenceRegistration is open on the UArctic Congress website, with early-bird fee available until 31 March. The event takes place from 26 to[…]
- Climate change: yes another lesson on clim... Climate change: yes another lesson on climate change! We invite you to an online lesson celebrating Glacier Day, World Water Day, and Meteorological Day - three events celebrated in March. Warren Raymond Lee Cairns will lead this lesson in English for high school students. The lesson is organised within the LIQUIDICE HE Project.Climate[…]
- UArctic Member Bulletin for February 2026 UArctic Member Bulletin for February 2026 UArctic member bulletin for the month of February 2026 has just been released. Lead storyRegistration open for UArctic Congress 2026 and Ocean Connectivity ConferenceRegistration is now open for the UArctic Congress 2026 and the Ocean Connectivity Conference, taking place from 26–29 May 2026 in Tórshavn, Faroe[…]
- LIQUIDICE online lesson on the occasion of... LIQUIDICE online lesson on the occasion of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science On the occasion of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we invite you to an online lesson for students from secondary schools.The lesson, organised within the LIQUIDICE EU project, will be hosted by Ekaterina Rets on 11th Feb at 9.00 UTC (10.00 Brussels[…]
- Event: CMA Shipping 2026 Event: CMA Shipping 2026 The future of the shipping industry is unfolding right before our eyes - and it's happening at CMA Shipping 2026!This year, we've gathered leading experts. Influential voices. Pioneers. Together, they represent the best of the best, whose insights will help you set course for the[…]
- East Russia Oil and Gas Forum 2026 –... East Russia Oil and Gas Forum 2026 – the registration is open! The registration is open for the 10th Anniversary International Investment East Russia Oil and Gas Forum, which has beenbringing together the leaders of the oil and gas industry of the Far East and Eastern Siberia for 10 years. The event will be held on 1–2[…]
- Register Today: The Potential Role of Adva... Register Today: The Potential Role of Advanced Nuclear in Alaska When: Tuesday, January 27 - Wednesday, January 28, 2026Where: Virtual via Zoom As advanced nuclear energy moves from research to reality, new questions arise about readiness, deployment timelines, and regional fit. Building on earlier discussions, this two-part workshop will focus on recent progress in U.S. demonstration projects,[…]
- Session Proposal Deadline this Friday &mda... Session Proposal Deadline this Friday — Bring Your Expertise to AES Propose a session for the 2026 Arctic Encounter Summit (AES) - April 15-17 in Anchorage, Alaska. AES welcomes diverse, powerful, and innovative discussions that reflect the breadth of expertise and experience of participants.Submissions will be accepted until January 23, 2026, with notifications sent to accepted[…]
- High North Young Entrepreneur contest 2026 High North Young Entrepreneur contest 2026 This international competition highlights innovative Arctic‑related business ideas from young entrepreneurs and start‑ups. It is held by the High North Center at Nord University and Innovation Norway since 2018. The goal is to bring attention to the economic potential and specific needs of the Arctic[…]
- Call for Abstracts: Atlantic Plastics 2026 Call for Abstracts: Atlantic Plastics 2026 On behalf of the Government of Iceland, we are excited to announce a Call for Abstracts for participation in Atlantic Plastics 2026: Third International Symposium on Marine Plastic Pollution - Arctic to the Antarctic, taking place at Harpa, Reykjavík Concert Hall and Conference Center, on[…]
Upcoming Events
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