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- International Polar Year 2032 – 2033 (IPY-5)
International Polar Year 2032 – 2033 (IPY-5)
The Progress Update Report October 2025 of the International Polar Year 2032-2033 (IPY-5) can be found by clicking here. Please also note the following announcements recently published by the IASC: Call for IPY-5 National Committees https://ipy5.info/news/call-for-national-committees-international-polar-year-2032-2033/ Call for Bids for the IPY-5 International Coordination Office: https://ipy5.info/news/call-for-bids-to-host-the-ipy-5-international-coordination-office/ General information about the upcoming endorsement processes for IPY-5 projects https://ipy5.info/news/apply-for-ipy-5-endorsement-for-your-project-from-2026/ - Join the network - ISC Social Science Matters Programme
Join the network - ISC Social Science Matters Programme
ISC Social Science Matters Programme The ISC has appointed a Steering Group to guide the work of the ISC Social Science Matters Programme, which will explore how the role and visibility of the social sciences and humanities can be enhanced in the current sustainability policy landscape, and how ISC Members and partners can collaborate more effectively in this area: https://council.science/news/steering-group-social-science-matters/.[…] - Release of ISC 2024 Annual Report
Release of ISC 2024 Annual Report
The International Science Council is pleased to release its 2024 Annual Report, reflecting a year of progress in which the Council strengthened its role in amplifying Members’ voices and connecting their efforts to global agendas. Find more information and the report by clicking here. - Narrating the Arctic from Afar – Science Diplomacy ...
Narrating the Arctic from Afar – Science Diplomacy Forum, Side Event
Eda Ayaydin (MIARC) and Andreas Raspotnik (High North Center, Nord University (Bodø) are organising the workshop as an outcome of the Franco-Turkish Partnership Hubert Curien bringing together reserchers and PhD students from Malaurie Institute, Norway and Turkey on 6 November 2025 at the Yeditepe University, Istanbul (Turkey). - New Episode of “Polar Times” — The APEC...
New Episode of “Polar Times” — The APECS Podcast Is Now Live!
Our changing oceans : from Ancient Waters to Modern CrisisAPECS Podcast - Episode 1/3 Welcome to the first episode from the Polar Times mini-series: “Our changing oceans: from ancient waters to modern crisis”.This three-episode podcast series explores the complex relationship between humans and our polar environments. In the next episode, four guests from the British Antarctic Survey will discuss microplastics. - Ice Narratives: Antarctic Science for Policy Makers
Ice Narratives: Antarctic Science for Policy Makers
he Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR), the Antarctic Environments Portal (AEP), in collaboration with Imperial College London, the Association of Polar Early Career Scientists (APECS), and the Polar Science Early Career Community Office (PSECCO) invite applications from early career researchers for a fellowship scheme to translate Antarctic science into policy relevant multimedia. We are looking for three creative and motivated[…] - Doctoral Defence: Kia Krarup Hansen on Traditional S&aacu...
Doctoral Defence: Kia Krarup Hansen on Traditional Sámi Reindeer Meat Smoking
Kia Krarup Hansen has been working on different projects with the International Centre for Reindeer Husbandry. On 31st of October she will defend her PhD thesis “In the Smoke of the Lávvu – Two Ways of Knowing Reindeer Meat Smoking” at the Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences and Education. - New op-ed: BRICS by BRICS: Brazil’s Accession to th...
New op-ed: BRICS by BRICS: Brazil’s Accession to the Svalbard Treaty and the Politics of Partnership
“The Brazilian government has submitted the proposal to sign the Svalbard Treaty to the National Congress, which is now under consideration.” – new op-ed by MIARC’s Post-Doc Eda Ayaydin. - Join APECS Germany for a panel discussion about Data Arch...
Join APECS Germany for a panel discussion about Data Archiving
Let’s Talk… Data Archiving! 🗓 Wednesday, 05 November 2025 ⏰ 18:00–19:00 CET | Online What really happens to your research data once your project ends? How do you make sure it’s findable, accessible, and well-documented for the future?In the next edition of our “Let’s Talk…!” seminar series, we’ll dive into the essentials of data archiving – why it matters, what[…] - 7th APECS Italy Conference
7th APECS Italy Conference
As every year, APECS Italy is organizing its National Conference, to be held on November 6th and 7th, 2025. It will be a hybrid event, taking place both in person at the University Library of Genoa (Italy) and online. This year, the conference is officially dedicated to the International Year of Glacier Conservation, which was proclaimed on January 21, 2025,[…] - ASSW 2026 Science Day - Call for Abstracts
ASSW 2026 Science Day - Call for Abstracts
The Science Day at Arctic Science Summit Week (ASSW) 2026 on 29 March 2026 will bring together researchers, Indigenous knowledge holders, and Arctic stakeholders to share recent advances in Arctic science. This one-day event will feature parallel thematic sessions reflecting the five IASC Working Group themes along with a dedicated Indigenous-led Research and Knowledge Co-production session and one session showcasing Cross-disciplinary research. - Call for Bids to host the IPY-5 International Coordinatio...
Call for Bids to host the IPY-5 International Coordination Office
The Executive Committee of the 5th International Polar Year 2032-33 (IPY-5) is now accepting bids to host and sponsor the International Coordination Office for the planning and implementation of the IPY-5. The operational period of the Coordination Office is expected to be from early 2027 until at least the end of 2035.
Shipping
- CALCAREA & AURELIA Collaborate To Bring Ocean-Based C...
CALCAREA & AURELIA Collaborate To Bring Ocean-Based Carbon Capture To Shipping
The partnership combines CALCAREA’s unique carbon removal process with AURELIA’s expertise in green ship design and e-systems integration. - China Suspends Port Fees On U.S.-Linked Vessels For A Yea...
China Suspends Port Fees On U.S.-Linked Vessels For A Year Following Trade Truce
The port fees, first introduced on 14 October, were part of retaliatory trade actions under the U.S. “Section 301” investigation. - Pakistan Navy Warship Docks In Bangladesh For The First T...
Pakistan Navy Warship Docks In Bangladesh For The First Time Since 1971
The return of a Pakistan Navy ship to Bangladesh comes after many years of limited contact and cooperation between the two nations. - CMA CGM Benjamin Franklin Becomes Largest Ship To Transit...
CMA CGM Benjamin Franklin Becomes Largest Ship To Transit Suez Canal In 2 Years
The vessel, operated by the French shipping line CMA CGM, measures 399 metres in length and 54 metres in width, with a draft of 13.5 metres. - 11 Dead, Several Missing After Migrant Boat Sinks Near Th...
11 Dead, Several Missing After Migrant Boat Sinks Near Thai-Malaysia Border
The capsized vessel is believed to have been carrying about 70 passengers. So far, 13 survivors have been rescued. - World’s Largest Shipping Company Suspends Cargo Ser...
World’s Largest Shipping Company Suspends Cargo Services To Mali Over Security Threats
The company said it made the decision because of safety concerns and a lack of fuel caused by a blockade from an al-Qaeda-linked group. - “K” LINE Conducts First Real Vehicle Fire Tes...
“K” LINE Conducts First Real Vehicle Fire Test To Improve Car Carrier Safety
The test aimed to study effective ways to extinguish fires that may occur in the holds of car carriers and to establish improved firefighting tactics. - Nine Missing After Chinese Fishing Boat Capsizes Off Sout...
Nine Missing After Chinese Fishing Boat Capsizes Off South Korean Coast
The Gunsan Coast Guard has deployed four patrol vessels, including a 3,000-ton class ship, along with helicopters to conduct the search. - Biocides – A Necessary Tool For Managing Biofouling
Biocides – A Necessary Tool For Managing Biofouling
Throughout maritime history ship operators have been engaged in a struggle with nature that has seen them attempting to reduce or eliminate the impact of biofouling on the operation of their vessels. - Maritime Security: Navigating an Era of Unprecedented Cha...
Maritime Security: Navigating an Era of Unprecedented Challenges
The maritime industry has faced an extraordinary period of disruption over the past few years, from the Red Sea crisis and Ukraine conflict, to continued piracy threats in South East Asia. - World’s First Tool To Enable Vessels to Share Data ...
World’s First Tool To Enable Vessels to Share Data in Real Time To Optimize Navigation Launched
By connecting a growing network of 1,000 Orca AI-installed vessels, with hundreds more set to join, Co-Captain turns every ship into both a sensor and source of awareness. - Livestock Carrier With 2,901 Cattle Stranded Off Turkish ...
Livestock Carrier With 2,901 Cattle Stranded Off Turkish Coast For Over 2 Weeks; 48 Dead
Activists told local media they feared the vessel may have sailed further into the Marmara Sea to dispose of the carcasses.
Climate Change
- Europe's road transport needs to shift gears towards...
Europe's road transport needs to shift gears towards sustainability
Growing transport volumes have been driving Europe’s road transport emissions up in the past two decades. A European Environment Agency (EEA) analysis, published today, shows how total greenhouse gas emissions from both passenger cars and heavy goods vehicles have increased in Europe, despite better engine efficiency and use of biofuels. - The looming threat for Maine’s iconic potato industry
The looming threat for Maine’s iconic potato industry
By Lori Valigra (Bangor Daily News) and Caitlin Looby (Climate Central) with Jen Brady (Climate Central) contributing to data reporting Maire Lenihan coaxes organic Keuka Gold potatoes into a washing machine at Goranson Farm in Dresden on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Credit: Troy R. Bennett / BDN Maine farmer Ryan Guerrette irrigated his 1,200 acres of potatoes in Caribou more often in the past few years, when[…] - Ellis Island, lighthouses among historic NJ sites floodin...
Ellis Island, lighthouses among historic NJ sites flooding as seas rise
By Ayurella Horn-Muller (Climate Central ) and Andrew S. Lewis and Michael Sol Warren (NJ Spotlight News), with television segment by Brenda Flanagan (NJ Spotlight News) Read the Climate Central report, Future Flood Risk: Historic Sites in NJ. The Garden State’s history is starting to wash away. New Jersey as it exists today was built up over hundreds of years from the arrival[…] - Still rare in Iowa, electric car powers Des Moines family...
Still rare in Iowa, electric car powers Des Moines family’s home during blackouts
By Ayurella Horn-Muller (Climate Central) and Amber Alexander (NBC WHO 13 Des Moines) Kerri Johannsen was less than a week from giving birth to her second child when a derecho wielding winds up to 100 mph swept through Iowa. Johannsen’s power went out for four days. “It was hot,” she said. “We were just trying to manage.” The Des Moines[…] - Storied Maine ski resort bets future on reining in high c...
Storied Maine ski resort bets future on reining in high costs of warmer winters
By Lori Valigra and Elizabeth Miller A skier jumps into the air in front of a large snow-making machine at Shawnee Peak in Bridgton on Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022. Modern advances in snow-making technology are helping Maine ski areas stay open despite the warming climate. Credit: Troy R. Bennett / BDN BRIDGTON, Maine — Billy Dolliver’s blue eyes twinkled at the mountain[…] - Emissions from road traffic and domestic heating behind b...
Emissions from road traffic and domestic heating behind breaches of EU air quality standards across Europe
Breaches of EU air quality limits for nitrogen dioxide across Europe were predominantly due to road traffic, while domestic heating lay behind the majority of exceedances for particulate matter, according to a European Environment Agency (EEA) assessment on air quality plans published today. - Hardly any past Winter Olympic host cities will have the ...
Hardly any past Winter Olympic host cities will have the snow to host in 60 years
By Clarisa Diaz and Elizabeth Miller Rain, wet snow, and shallow snow are all expected to increase at former Olympic venues over the coming decades, according to a new study led by researchers from the University of Waterloo. It projects that nearly all prior host cities for the Olympics will see weather conditions that make it difficult to hold outdoor winter sports competitions. The[…] - Circular business models and smarter design can reduce en...
Circular business models and smarter design can reduce environment and climate impacts from textiles
Textile consumption in Europe has on average the fourth highest impacts on the environment and climate, following consumption of food, housing and mobility. Ahead of the expected European Union (EU) strategy for sustainable and circular textiles, the European Environment Agency (EEA) published today two briefings that look at measures to reduce those impacts, including on resource use, greenhouse gas emissions[…] - Europe's environmental taxes in decline, despite pot...
Europe's environmental taxes in decline, despite potentially crucial role
The European Green Deal acknowledges the crucial role of taxation in Europe’s sustainability transition. A new European Environment Agency (EEA) briefing, published today, shows that revenues from environmental taxes can support transition investments but future revenue streams from these taxes will erode as European Union (EU) environmental and climate policy objectives are achieved. The relative share of environmental taxes to[…] - Economic losses from weather and climate-related extremes...
Economic losses from weather and climate-related extremes in Europe reached around half a trillion euros over past 40 years
Extreme weather events like storms, heatwaves and flooding accounted for economic losses of around half a trillion euros over the past 40 years and led to between 85 000 and 145 000 human fatalities across Europe. Less than one-third of these losses were insured, according to a European Environment Agency (EEA) analysis of economic losses and fatalities from weather and[…] - How green are European cities? Green space key to well-be...
How green are European cities? Green space key to well-being – but access varies
High-quality green and blue spaces in cities, like parks, allotments, riverbanks and coastlines, are crucial for health and well-being, in particular for the elderly, children and people on low incomes. However, a European Environment Agency (EEA) briefing, published today, shows that access is not equal. - Data may be Colorado’s best bet to mitigate increas...
Data may be Colorado’s best bet to mitigate increasing wildfire risk on the Front Range
By Michael Booth, The Colorado Sun and John Upton, Climate Central Grass fires have threatened the meadows and homes near Chatridge Court and U.S. 85 three times in five years, and firefighters work hard to keep flames from moving over the hill into thousands of homes in Highlands Ranch. These photos are from the 2016 Chatridge fire. (South Metro Fire[…]
Science
- NSF invests $30M in EPSCoR jurisdictions for research and...
NSF invests $30M in EPSCoR jurisdictions for research and workforce development in energy, semiconductors, nanotechnology and biotechnology
The U.S. National Science Foundation is investing approximately $30 million in institutions across Montana, Idaho and Louisiana to establish NSF EPSCoR Centers of Research Excellence in Science and Technology (NSF EPSCoR CREST Centers). These centers… - NSF and UKRI launch $10M quantum chemistry collaborative ...
NSF and UKRI launch $10M quantum chemistry collaborative research effort
The U.S. National Science Foundation and United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI) are investing in eight joint research projects that could open the door to breakthroughs in quantum computing... - NSF selects 15 finalists to advance to the next round of ...
NSF selects 15 finalists to advance to the next round of its second Regional Innovation Engines competition
The U.S. National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines) program announced 15 finalists advancing to the next stage of the program's second competition — spanning critical technologies and applications ranging from enhancing… - NSF invests $6.2 million in EPSCoR Research Fellows
NSF invests $6.2 million in EPSCoR Research Fellows
The U.S. National Science Foundation is investing $6.2 million in 24 exceptional researchers who have been selected as NSF Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research... - NSF National Quantum Virtual Laboratory speeds into the d...
NSF National Quantum Virtual Laboratory speeds into the design phase
The U.S. National Science Foundation National Quantum Virtual Laboratory (NSF NQVL) is coming into sharper focus with the selection of the first four teams that will design high-tech infrastructure... - NSF announces funding to establish the National AI Resear...
NSF announces funding to establish the National AI Research Resource Operations Center
The U.S. National Science Foundation today announced a new solicitation to establish a National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource Operations Center (NAIRR-OC). This marks a critical... - NSF expanding national AI infrastructure with new data sy...
NSF expanding national AI infrastructure with new data systems and resources
The U.S. National Science Foundation today announced two major advancements in America's AI infrastructure: the launch of the Integrated Data Systems and Services (NSF IDSS) program to build out... - NSF announces new funding opportunities to advance AI edu...
NSF announces new funding opportunities to advance AI education and build the STEM workforce of the future
The U.S. National Science Foundation has announced two new Dear Colleague Letters (DCL) and one program solicitation that implement key elements of the Trump administration's executive order, "Advancing Artificial Intelligence Education for American… - NSF and NVIDIA partnership enables Ai2 to develop fully o...
NSF and NVIDIA partnership enables Ai2 to develop fully open AI models to fuel U.S. scientific innovation
The U.S. National Science Foundation announced a partnership with NVIDIA to develop a set of artificial intelligence models that will transform the ability of America's scientists to leverage AI... - Podcast: Introducing AI to the future workforce
Podcast: Introducing AI to the future workforce
A workforce fluent in AI techniques will be essential to ensure U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence continues. Jeremy Waisome, an assistant professor at the University of Florida, discusses the Shark AI project, which has introduced artificial… - NSF invests $29.2 million in EPSCoR Research Infrastructu...
NSF invests $29.2 million in EPSCoR Research Infrastructure collaborations for transformative impact across 11 jurisdictions
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) has announced six major awards through its EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations (FEC), investing $29.2 million across 11 jurisdictions to strengthen research… - NSF invests nearly $32M to accelerate novel AI-driven app...
NSF invests nearly $32M to accelerate novel AI-driven approaches in protein design, strengthening the U.S. bioeconomy
The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (NSF TIP) announced an inaugural investment of nearly $32 million to five teams across the U.S. through the NSF Use-Inspired Acceleration of Protein Design…
Politics & Society
- Faroe Islands beats Czech Republic during World Cup 2026 ...
Faroe Islands beats Czech Republic during World Cup 2026 football qualifiers
The Faroe Islands defeated the Czech Republic to keep their slim chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup alive. The result means the team remains in contention for a play-off place as they head into the final round of Group L fixtures. Ranked 136th in the world, the Faroe Islands are third in the […] The post Faroe Islands[…] - Icebreaker cooperation deepened between Finland and U.S.
Icebreaker cooperation deepened between Finland and U.S.
The Icebreaker cooperation between Finland and the U.S. has been deepened with the United States procuring eleven new icebreakers for the country’s Coast Guard, four of which are expected to be constructed in Finland. On 9th October, U.S. President Donald Trump and Finnish President Alexander Stubb signed a memorandum of understanding, laying the foundation for […] The post Icebreaker cooperation[…] - Trails for new plant-based protection for fresh produce b...
Trails for new plant-based protection for fresh produce begin in Sweden
Sweden is launching a trial for an additive-free, plant-based protection for fresh produce, aiming to be a sustainable alternative to plastic packaging. The food-tech producer Saveggy has begun trialing an edible coating based on rapeseed oil and oat oil, as a waste-free option in time for the EU’s ban on single-use plastics for fresh produce […] The post Trails for[…] - Hooked on Herring: How Denmark’s Fish Got Its Groov...
Hooked on Herring: How Denmark’s Fish Got Its Groove Back in Europe
The Icelandic agency Ceedr, in collaboration with TBWA in Copenhagen, recently delivered a marketing campaign promoting Danish herring. The campaign ran in Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, and Sweden, with a particular focus on the German market, which accounts for almost half of Denmark’s herring exports. The initiative, commissioned by the Danish Pelagic Producers’ Organisation (DPPO), […] The post Hooked on[…] - Icelandic women’s football team quits over poor tre...
Icelandic women’s football team quits over poor treatment
Iceland’s entire women’s football team has quit over poor treatment, alluding to gender inequality and years of poor treatment. The Icelandic women’s team, ÍR (Íþróttafélag Reykjavíkur), was pushed to its breaking point due to the treatment it received. As part of the upset, players noted that the men’s team was overall given priority, while the […] The post Icelandic women’s[…] - Norway invests in new research projects to prevent life-t...
Norway invests in new research projects to prevent life-threatening incidents
Norway is investing in twelve new research projects to enhance the country’s response to life-threatening incidents and strengthen its critical infrastructure. This initiative has received support for addressing a variety of societal security and emergency preparedness issues. The projects have been funded by nine ministries in the Norwegian government: the Ministry of Justice and Public […] The post Norway invests[…] - Data center investors concerned by government tax budget ...
Data center investors concerned by government tax budget proposal in Finland
Finland’s Government proposal to remove energy tax breaks for the Datacentres has caused concern for the industry’s investors. Finland’s Ministry of Finance is preparing changes to the Energy Taxation Act as part of the 2026 state budget. Under the plan, the preferential tax treatment enjoyed by datacentres would be abolished. Officials argue the reform is […] The post Data center[…] - Denmark bans civilian drones after mass number of drones ...
Denmark bans civilian drones after mass number of drones spotted at military sites
As Denmark prepares to host two European summits, the country has banned the use of unmanned civilian drones after drones were seen at several military sites. Speaking on Sunday, the Danish Defence Ministry explained that it had seen several drones at its military sites over the weekend, prompting the move to ban said drones. Denmark […] The post Denmark bans[…] - New Horizons for the Northern Forum: Welcoming New Member...
New Horizons for the Northern Forum: Welcoming New Members, Goodwill Ambassadors, and Walter Hickel Medal Laureates!
July 28, 2025, at the XVI General Assembly of the Northern Forum in Khanty-Mansiysk, we are proud to announce a significant expansion of our family! These additions strengthen our mission for the sustainable development of northern regions and open new prospects for global partnership. - Nenets Autonomous Okrug Takes Over Northern Forum Chairma...
Nenets Autonomous Okrug Takes Over Northern Forum Chairmanship
The Nenets Autonomous Okrug has officially assumed the chairmanship of the Northern Forum. Ruslan Kukharuk, Governor of the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug – Yugra, presented the symbol of chairmanship for 2025-2027 to Irina Gekht, Acting Governor of the Nenets Autonomous Okrug. - Northern Forum Teenage Climate Ambassador elected
Northern Forum Teenage Climate Ambassador elected
On April 28, the Final of the annual international competition "Teenage Climate Ambassador of the Northern Forum" was held among students of schools-members of Schools Association of the Northern Forum - Vladimir Vasilev spoke in an interview about results of t...
Vladimir Vasilev spoke in an interview about results of the Northern Forum events in India
Vladimir Vasilev, Executive Director of the Northern Forum told Yakutia 24 TV channel about the results of the Northern Forum events in India, and future plans in program “Aktualnoe interview”.
Resources
- Change in Boliden's Board of Directors
Change in Boliden's Board of Directors
Due to personal reasons, board member Per Lindberg has requested to resign from Boliden's Board of Directors. Per Lindberg is also not available for… - Repurchase of shares in Boliden AB on October 22
Repurchase of shares in Boliden AB on October 22
Boliden AB (LEI code: 21380059QU7IM1ONDJ56) has on October 22, 2025 repurchased a total of 130,000 treasury shares (ISIN code: SE0020050417) as part… - Boliden resolves to repurchase its shares
Boliden resolves to repurchase its shares
The Board of Directors of Boliden has, based on the authorization from the Annual General Meeting on 23 April 2025, resolved to repurchase a maximum… - Boliden Q3 2025: Strong cash flow and solid mine production
Boliden Q3 2025: Strong cash flow and solid mine production
"Overall, the results for the quarter were strong. We had a significant cash flow, even though major investments are still ongoing primarily in the… - Boliden's nomination committee for the 2026 AGM
Boliden's nomination committee for the 2026 AGM
In April 2025, Boliden AB's Annual General Meeting adopted new instructions for appointing the Nomination Committee, according to which the company's… - Invitation presentation of Boliden's Q3 2025 report
Invitation presentation of Boliden's Q3 2025 report
Boliden will announce its Interim Report for the third quarter 2025 on Wednesday October 22 at 07:45 (CEST). A press and analyst conference will be… - Application for mining concession for Laver granted
Application for mining concession for Laver granted
Boliden's application for a mining concession for the Laver deposit has today been granted by the Swedish Mining Authority. The concession grants… - Linn Andersson new member of Boliden's Group Management
Linn Andersson new member of Boliden's Group Management
Linn Andersson has been appointed EVP Strategy and CTO. The role, which is new to Boliden's Group Management, includes overall responsibility for… - Statement on changed tax conditions in Finland
Statement on changed tax conditions in Finland
The Finnish government has submitted proposals for changed tax levels for mining activities and partly related energy taxes. As part of the decision… - The world's deepest marathon ever to be held in the ...
The world's deepest marathon ever to be held in the Garpenberg mine
On October 25, Boliden, together with the global mining and metals organization ICMM and the learning and development organization BecomingX, will…
