This session focuses on a warming-driven phenomenon—the rapid thawing of Arctic permafrost—that is contributing simultaneously to the most vexing of Arctic warming’s impacts both in the region and around the world, and will target experts and non-experts who are interested in understanding the science and policy issues at the heart of this widely underestimated facet of the global climate-change challenge.

Arctic temperatures are increasing three times faster than the global average. The impacts of this rapid warming are many, not only locally but globally. They extend from threats to wildlife, indigenous cultures, and economic and energy infrastructure, to alteration of Northern Hemisphere weather patterns, acceleration of global sea-level rise, and Arctic carbon emissions that threaten the chances of meeting global climate-stabilization targets.

Panelists:
Susan M. Natali – Arctic Program Director, Woodwell Climate Research Center
John Holdren – Teresa and John Heinz Professor of Environmental Policy, Harvard Kennedy School of Government
Fran Ulmer – Senior Fellow, Arctic Initiative, Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs
Joel Clement – Senior Fellow, Arctic Initiative, Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs
Darcy L. Peter – Research Assistant, Woodwell Climate Research Center

Moderator:
Heather Goldstone – Chief Communications Officer, Woodwell Climate Research Center

A Climate Week Event co-organized by the Woodwell Climate Research Center and the Arctic Initiative.

Register here: https://whrc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_y99kfnBjTuu-54DwcVrF5A