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Paul Bierman
Professor of natural resources and environment and geologist specialising in Greenland and ice-sheet history, author of When the Ice is Gone and a researcher on Camp Century ice cores.
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Jan 22, 2026
• 29min
A lost US military base under Greenland's ice sheet
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In this engaging discussion, Paul Bierman, a geologist and expert in Greenland's ice-sheet history, unpacks the intriguing history of Camp Century, a secretive U.S. military base built in 1959. He reveals how its ice cores can inform us about past climates and future global warming. Bierman also addresses misconceptions about the accessibility of Greenland's rich mineral resources, emphasizing the challenges posed by its harsh environment. This insightful conversation blends history, science, and current geopolitical tensions.
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