

The Arctic Circle Podcast
Arctic Circle
The Arctic Circle Podcast brings together voices from the growing international community dedicated to the future of the Arctic and our planet. This podcast showcases a collection of inspiring and informative speeches, sessions, and dialogues from heads of state, government officials, ministers, parliamentarians, experts, scientists, entrepreneurs, business leaders, indigenous representatives, environmentalists, students, activists, and other Arctic enthusiasts.Explore topics such as climate change, geopolitics, indigenous affairs, business, energy, shipping, ocean health, and societal issues.Topics include Climate change, Geopolitics, Indigenous Affairs, Business, Energy, Shipping, Oceans and Societal Issues.Don't miss out—tune in every Thursday for the latest episode of The Arctic Circle Podcast!
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Jun 25, 2024 • 37min
Satellite and Remote Sensing
In this episode, we will explore how satellite and remote sensing technologies are paving the way for a new era of collaboration between research and industry, emphasizing the crucial role of private sector involvement in research and development.Our panelists include:Guido Grosse: Head of Permafrost Research Section at the Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Center for Polar and Marine Research, Germany;Mads Qvist Frederiksen: Executive Director of the Arctic Economic Council;Ashley Morris: Remote Sensing Officer at the Svalbard Integrated Arctic Earth Observing System (SIOS), Norway;Anica Huck: Earth Observation Liaison for European Organisations at Planet;Nina Soleng: Head of Communications at Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSAT), Norway.The discussion and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Franz Immler, Head of the Environmental Observation Sector, Directorate-General for Research & Innovation at the European CommissionThis event originally took place at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

Jun 18, 2024 • 7min
Decolonizing Knowledge
In this episode, Áslat Holmberg, President of the Saami Council, addresses the Arctic and international community, explaining that thriving ecosystems and regional peace depend on the decolonization of knowledge production, locally sensitive and sustainable resource management, and ongoing cooperation at all levels. This speech was originally delivered at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

Jun 11, 2024 • 40min
Polar Dialogue
In this episode, we will look into the next steps and recommendations for advancing polar cooperation and dialogue, building on the momentum from the One Planet - Polar Summit in Paris and the Polar Symposium in Monaco.Our panelists include:Pascal Lamy: Vice-President of the Paris Peace Forum and former Director-General of the World Trade Organization (2005-2013)Frederik Paulsen: Chair of the Board of the University of the ArcticAntje Boetius: Director of the Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research in GermanyThe discussion and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland.This panel originally took place at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum. The Polar Dialogue will be convened at the upcoming 2024 Arctic Circle Assembly, taking place from October 17 to 19 in Reykjavík, Iceland.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

Jun 3, 2024 • 11min
H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco: Collaborative Solutions for Arctic Challenges
You’re listening to the Arctic Circle Podcast. In this episode, H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco addresses the Arctic and international community, reaffirming the need for collective action and collaboration in overcoming the multifaceted challenges faced by human societies. This speech was originally delivered at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

May 27, 2024 • 46min
Scientific Contributions of Arctic Council Observers
In this episode, we will explore and discuss the scientific contributions of Arctic Council Observers.Our panelists include:Gabriela Schaepman-Strub: Swiss Observer Representative to the Conservation of the Arctic Flora and Fauna Working Group of the Arctic Council; Volker Rachold: Head of the German Arctic Office at the Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Center for Polar and Marine Research;Annette Scheepstra: Dutch Observer Representative to the Sustainable Development Working Group of the Arctic CouncilMorten Høglund: Chair of the Senior Arctic Officials of the Arctic Council;Sam Tan: Special Envoy for Arctic Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore.The panel and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Henry Burgess, Head of the NERC Arctic Office at the British Antarctic Survey and President of the International Arctic Science Committee.This event originally took place at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

May 8, 2024 • 29min
Critical Minerals in the Arctic
You’re listening to the Arctic Circle Podcast, in this episode we listen to a panel of experts discussing Critical Minerals in the Arctic.Panelists are:Karen Hanghøj, Director, British Geological SurveyJosephine Nymand, Director, Greenland Institute of Natural Resources & Chair, Greenland Research CouncilØystein Rushfeldt, CEO, Nussir ASAThe panel is moderated by Jane Francis, Director, British Antarctic Survey.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

May 1, 2024 • 5min
The Success of the Arctic Circle Japan Forum
In this episode we listen to Atsushi Sunami, President, Sasakawa Peace Foundation, speak on the success of the Arctic Circle Japan Forum.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly. Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

Apr 24, 2024 • 51min
Protection of our Oceans: The Historic Central Arctic Ocean Fisheries Agreement
In this episode we listen to short presentations from various partners to the Historic Central Arctic Ocean Fisheries Agreement.Panelists are:David A. Balton, Ambassador; Executive Director, Arctic Executive Steering Committee, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, USANadia Bouffard, Director General, Department of Fisheries and Oceans, CanadaAntje Boetius, Director of the Alfred Wegener InsituteGao Feng, Special Representative for Arctic Affairs, ChinaAlan Haynie, General Secretary, International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES)Guðmundur Kristjánsson, CEO BrimJoji Morishita, Professor, Tokyo University of Marine ScienceHerb Nakimayak, Executive Council Member, Inuit Circumpolar CouncilPark Chong-Suk, Ambassador for Arctic Affairs, KoreaMyeong-dal Song, Deputy Minister for the Marine Policy Office, the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries of the Republic of KoreaMiguel Roncero, International Relations Officer, Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (DG MARE), European CommissionRolf Rødven, Executive Secretary, Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Program (AMAP)Hyoung Chul Shin, Vice President, Korea Polar Research Institute of Marine Research (KOPRI)Vicki Lee Wallgren, Director of the Arctic Programme, World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)The panel is moderated by Mads Qvist Frederiksen, Executive Director, Arctic Economic Council.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly and was organized in collaboration with the Arctic Economic Council and the Korean Polar Research Institute (KOPRI).Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

Apr 17, 2024 • 51min
Asian Countries in the Arctic: Lessons from the last 10 years
In this episode we listen to representatives of five Asian countries discuss the lessons from the past 10 years of Asian participation in the Arctic.Panelists are:GAO FENG, Special Representative for Arctic Affairs, ChinaTAKEWAKA KEIZO, Ambassador for Arctic Affairs, JapanREAR ADMIRAL MONTY KHANNA (Retd), Joint Secretary, National Security Council Secretariat, IndiaPARK CHONG-SUK, Ambassador for Arctic Affairs, KoreaSAM TAN, Special Envoy for Arctic Affairs, SingaporeThe panel is moderated by H.E. Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland and Evan T. Bloom, Senior Fellow, Wilson Center Polar Institute; Former Senior U.S. Diplomat in Charge of Polar Affairs.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

Apr 10, 2024 • 35min
What is Science Diplomacy?
In this episode we listen to five experts discuss Arctic Science Diplomacy.Panelists are:Mark Myers, Director, US Geological Survey; Commissioner, U.S. Arctic Research Commission Victoria Qutuuq Bushman, Environment and Climate Advisor, Inuit Circumpolar Council; Indigenous Fellow, International Arctic Science Committee (IASC)Melody Brown Burkins, Director, Arctic Center, Dartmouth College, USA Henry Burgess, President, International Arctic Science Committee (IASC); Head, NERC Arctic Office, United Kingdom Rachel Tiller, Chief Scientist, SINTEF Ocean, NorwayThe panel is moderated by Corine Wood-Donnelly, Associate Professor of International Relations and the High North, Nord University, Norway; Uppsala University, SwedenThis event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org