The Arctic is a land of extremes. Climate is one of the defining characteristics of this ecosystem, so as the climate changes, the science we conduct in the Arctic can help us understand the implications for people, wildlife, and plants.
Arctic Report Card 2024
The Arctic is increasingly warmer, less frozen, and wetter, with regional extremes in weather, climate patterns, and ecosystem responses.
Alaska Park Science
Science in Alaska's Arctic Parks
Check out the Arctic issue of Alaska Park Science for a series on a range of topics.
Last updated: January 2, 2025