The Arctic
The global and strategic importance of the Arctic has increased in later years. The framework conditions for development in the Arctic are under constant change. Dramatic climate changes manifest themselves in this vulnerable region and there is growing demand for important resources from this area, such as seafood, minerals, oil, gas and other energy resources.
Due to its location and a longstanding relationship to the Arctic, Norway has a particular responsibility for both contributing to increased knowledge about the Arctic, and knowledge based sustainable management of resources in the area. Norway has a long tradition of exploring the Arctic and has thus developed a special interest and responsibility for polar research within a wide range of areas. International cooperation within Arctic research is essential in order to ensure a global perspective and the best possible management of the Arctic environment and resources.
News
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Vegetation types have an important role in changing energy budget in the Arctic Nov. 15, 2022 10:51 AM
Norbert Pirk and Frans-Jan Parmentier, who are CBA researchers, contributed with data from Norway in a research study led by researchers at the University of Zurich.
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Agreement on action plan to combat marine litter and new strategic plan for the Arctic region May 25, 2021 12:46 PM
The eight Arctic states adopted a regional action plan to promote cleaner oceans at the Arctic Council Ministerial Meeting in Reykjavik on Thursday.
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Brit Lisa Skjelkv?le, Head of Department, Department of Geosciences, Chair, UiO Arctic Committee
Trine Merete Kvernmo, Senior Adviser, Research Support Office, Administrative Coordinator, UiO Arctic Committee
Kristine Aa. S. Knudsen, Head of Office, Administrative Coordinator, UiO Arctic Committee