Polar Connections

In this episode, we continue our series on the Arctic and the Hindu-Kush Himalaya — this time turning from science to policy and action. What do recent findings mean for decision-making? And how can t...

9 Sep 202551min

In this episode, we begin a two-part series on the links between the Arctic and the Hindu-Kush Himalaya. We start with the science: how research in these two regions, together described as a cryospher...

2 Sep 202559min

In this episode, we look up to the Arctic sky. Connectivity has always been a challenge in the North: for shipping routes, for scientific research, and for the daily lives of Arctic communities. Now, ...

26 Aug 202546min

In this episode, we explore the growing involvement of the Global South in Arctic research and why it matters. This session discusses the possibility of creating a Global Arctic Science Policy Initi...

19 Aug 202553min

In this episode, we turn our attention to how Nordic countries and India are engaging with the questions of blue economy and maritime security in the context of the Arctic and beyond. As Arctic water...

12 Aug 202557min

In this episode, we take a closer look at the United Arab Emirates’ new polar program. As global interest in the Arctic continues to grow, countries beyond the region, including those in the Middle E...

5 Aug 202539min

In this episode, we continue our look at the changing Arctic, this time from the perspectives of Arctic and European states. The region is undergoing rapid transformation. While this brings challenge...

29 Jul 202554min

In this episode, we look at the Arctic from the perspective of Asia. As the Arctic changes, it’s becoming a space of global concern, not only for the Arctic states, but also for countries around the w...

22 Jul 202551min