arctic
4 stories related to this topic, newest first.
New ScientistTrials in Canada and Norway Show Sea-Ice Thickening Increases Ice Depth but Yields Varied Effects on Summer Melt
@NewScientist reported on two field trials that pumped seawater onto Arctic sea ice to increase thickness. One trial in Canada indicated slower summer melt while the other in Norway showed no delay in melt timing.
news.google.comStudy Finds Arctic Wildfires Release Carbon Up to 5,000 Years Old
Soil core analysis from Arctic and boreal regions shows wildfires are burning ancient organic material previously considered stable. The finding indicates current climate models may underestimate carbon dioxide emissions from high-latitude fires.
allthatsinteresting.comDNA Analysis Identifies Remains of 19th Century Arctic Expedition Members
Genetic testing has matched skeletal remains found in the Canadian Arctic to members of a 19th-century British naval expedition. The identifications were announced on May 24, 2026.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewCanadian Forces Carry Out Snowmobile Patrol in Arctic Military Exercises
Canadian soldiers carried out a snowmobile patrol in the Arctic under extreme conditions. The patrol formed part of broader military exercises. @Reuters reported the activity aimed to prepare for potential threats and showcase self-reliance.