The Arctic Circle Podcast

In this episode, H.E. Steffi Lemke, German Federal Minister for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection, presents the guiding principles of Germany’s environmental policy and its connection to Arctic issues.  

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. 

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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 Commission

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. 

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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. 

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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 Arctic
• Antje Boetius: Director of the Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research in Germany

The 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. 

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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. 

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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 Council
• Morten 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. 

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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 Survey
• Josephine Nymand, Director, Greenland Institute of Natural Resources & Chair, Greenland Research Council
• Øystein Rushfeldt, CEO, Nussir ASA

The  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. 

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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. 

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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, USA
• Nadia Bouffard, Director General, Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Canada
• Antje Boetius, Director of the Alfred Wegener Insitute
• Gao Feng, Special Representative for Arctic Affairs, China
• Alan Haynie, General Secretary, International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES)
• Guðmundur Kristjánsson, CEO Brim
• Joji Morishita, Professor, Tokyo University of Marine Science
• Herb Nakimayak, Executive Council Member, Inuit Circumpolar Council
• Park Chong-Suk, Ambassador for Arctic Affairs, Korea
• Myeong-dal Song, Deputy Minister for the Marine Policy Office, the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries of the Republic of Korea
• Miguel Roncero, International Relations Officer, Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (DG MARE), European Commission
• Rolf 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 [email protected]

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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, China
• TAKEWAKA KEIZO, Ambassador for Arctic Affairs, Japan
• REAR ADMIRAL MONTY KHANNA (Retd), Joint Secretary, National Security Council Secretariat, India
• PARK CHONG-SUK, Ambassador for Arctic Affairs, Korea
• SAM TAN, Special Envoy for Arctic Affairs, Singapore

The 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 [email protected]

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The Arctic Circle

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