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"The New Maritime Arctic: Crossroads of Globalization, Climate Change & Geopolitics"
"The New Maritime Arctic: Crossroads of Globalization, Climate Change & Geopolitics"
Lawson Brigham, Distinguished Professor of Geography & Arctic Policy at the University of Alaska, Fairbanks, presented a public lecture titled, "The New Maritime Arctic: Crossroads of Globalization, Climate Change & Geopolitics" at 4:30 pm on Thursday, February 10, in Bowl 016, Robertson Hall. The discussion is the first of four lecture events in the School's "Changing Notions of State, Sovereignty, and Self-Determination" Series, co-sponsored with The Liechtenstein Institute on Self-Determination as part of their 10th anniversary. Brigham is Distinguished Professor of Geography & Arctic Policy at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and a Senior Fellow at the Institute of the North in Anchorage. Widely published in the US, Canada, United Kingdom, Russia and Norway, his research interests for more than three decades have focused on the Soviet/Russian maritime Arctic, Arctic climate change, marine transportation, remote sensing of sea ice, Arctic environmental protection, and polar geopolitics.
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US-Canada Arctic border dispute key to maritime riches
US-Canada Arctic border dispute key to maritime riches
Canada and the United States are beginning a five-week joint Arctic survey, part of which will take place in a section of the energy-rich Beaufort Sea that is claimed by both countries.
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Curator's Choice: Arctic Convoys 1941-1945 at the National Maritime Museum
Curator's Choice: Arctic Convoys 1941-1945 at the National Maritime Museum
Andrew Choong Han Lin, the curator of the fascinating Arctic Convoys show at the National Maritime Museum, tells us about one of his highlights from the show. The show runs at the museum until February 28 2012. Visit www.nmm.ac.uk and www.culture24.org.uk for more
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Chairman Frank Lobiondo's Opening Statement at the Coast Guard's Arctic Hearing
Chairman Frank Lobiondo's Opening Statement at the Coast Guard's Arctic Hearing
The Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation, chaired by US Rep. Frank A. LoBiondo (R-NJ), held a hearing this morning to examine the US Coast Guard's role and operations in the Arctic. The Subcommittee today reviewed several recent reports and analyses of the Service's polar capabilities.
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Congressman Don Young's Opening Statement at Coast Guard's Arctic Hearing
Congressman Don Young's Opening Statement at Coast Guard's Arctic Hearing
The Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation, chaired by US Rep. Frank A. LoBiondo (R-NJ), held a hearing this morning to examine the US Coast Guard's role and operations in the Arctic. The Subcommittee today reviewed several recent reports and analyses of the Service's polar capabilities.
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Navy Secretary visits Arctic Lab, ICEX #1
Navy Secretary visits Arctic Lab, ICEX #1
Secretary of the Navy, Ray Mabus, visits Navy Arctic Lab, ICEX and discusses the Navy's global presence and maritime engagement in the arctic region.
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Navy Secretary visits Arctic Lab, ICEX #2
Navy Secretary visits Arctic Lab, ICEX #2
Secretary of the Navy, Ray Mabus, visits Navy Arctic Lab, ICEX and discusses the Navy's global presence and maritime engagement in the arctic region.
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Navy Secretary visits Arctic Lab, ICEX #4
Navy Secretary visits Arctic Lab, ICEX #4
Secretary of the Navy, Ray Mabus, visits Navy Arctic Lab, ICEX and discusses the Navy's global presence and maritime engagement in the arctic region.
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ARCTIC OIL SPILL: a foreshadowing
ARCTIC OIL SPILL: a foreshadowing
Shell Oil began drilling off of the Coast of Alaska as planned in summer 2012. On September 8th, an unexpected storm hit the drilling area and debris and ice impacted the drill rig, causing a spill of 20000 tons of crude oil to spill into the surrounding water over the course of 5 days. This news report presents the future impact on arctic ecosystems and stakeholders. The Coast Guard's missions of environmental stewardship and maritime security will be at the forefront of response efforts. It is evident that asset management will be important in this operation because of infrastructure limitations. A spill of such magnitude in an area that has claims from different countries will undoubtedly be international in nature. The Coast Guard will have to work with other countries with arctic capability [such as Russia and Canada] to respond to the spill. An incident of this magnitude will take funding and assets from other Coast Guard missions and locations, further increasing the workload of surrounding units. While Shell is ultimately responsible for the spill, and they have claimed that they can remove 95% of the oil, the Coast Guard will be responsible for holding them accountable and overseeing the cleanup as well as ensuring the surrounding area is safe and secure. 1/c Stephen Atwell, 1/c Sarah Colmenero, 2/c Nikki Corbett, 2/c Steve Danseglio, 2/c Drew Russo
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The Greenlanders: Arctic whaleships and whalers - Dr Bernard Stonehouse
The Greenlanders: Arctic whaleships and whalers - Dr Bernard Stonehouse
From 1750 to the early 20th century, fleets of 'Greenlanders' -- specially strengthened sailing ships -- headed north each spring from Britain to the ice-filled Arctic seas between Canada, Greenland and Spitsbergen. Their business was whaling, their purpose to bring home oil and whalebone -- raw materials for Britain's growing industries. Arctic whaling involved more than 9000 voyages from 35 British ports: Rotherhith's 'Greenland Dock' is a reminder that London was a prominent whaling port. Each voyage involved dangers unique to the trade, demanding extraordinary measures of skills and seamanship. Dr Stonehouse tells of the ships, the men, and the profits and losses of a long-forgotten industry. Thetranscript and downloadable versions of the lecture are available from the on the Gresham College website: www.gresham.ac.uk Gresham College has been giving free public lectures since 1597. This tradition continues today with all of our five or so public lectures a week being made available for free download from our website. www.gresham.ac.uk
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Arctic Region
Arctic Region
On 20/11/08, the European Commission adopted a Communication "The European Union and the Arctic Region". The document which sets out EU interests and policy objectives with regard to the Arctic is intended as the basis for a structured and coordinated response to challenges facing the Arctic Sea Basin, notably under the aegis of the Integrated Maritime Policy for the EU. The European Commission proposes action in connection with three main policy objectives: - Protecting and preserving the Arctic in unison with its population; - Promoting sustainable use of resources; - Contributing to enhanced Arctic multilateral governance. Views of the Arctic Region: ice-covered mountains and a boat trip in a fjord; - Research Centers; - Animals of the region; - Melting glaciers. ec.europa.eu
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Arctic Governance - In the Face of Rapidly Changing Conditions with Dr. Tatiana Saksina
Arctic Governance - In the Face of Rapidly Changing Conditions with Dr. Tatiana Saksina
In observance of Earth Hour, CIGI hosted a Signature Lecture with Dr. Tatiana Saksina, Arctic Governance Officer at the WWF, on the topic of Arctic Governance. As climate change causes the ice of the Arctic Ocean to melt and new areas to open up, arctic unique environment faces unprecedented changes and serious threats from increased activities such as shipping, oil and gas and fishing. In light of these rapid changes, it has become apparent that improvements to the existing legal regime for the protection of the Arctic marine environment are urgently needed to respond to this crisis. WWF's goal is to promote the closure of the arctic governance gaps, protection and preservation of the Arctic Ocean and sustainable ecosystem-based management of its resources. WWF offers new innovative solutions to the problem of the inadequate legal regime of the Arctic Ocean -- a new legal arrangement and a networked governance system are amongst them. About Tatiana Saksina: Tatiana Saksina, a Russian national, is Arctic Governance Officer at the WWF International Arctic Programme. She leads WWF's work to promote the closure of the Arctic governance gaps, protection and preservation of the Arctic Ocean and sustainable ecosystem-based management of its resources. In this capacity she leads WWF's efforts on improvements to the arctic governance and regulatory regime. Before joining WWF, Dr. Saksina has been working for the Russian Academy of Sciences as a Senior Legal Adviser responsible <b>...</b>
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Arctic security and development - Carl Bildt
Arctic security and development - Carl Bildt
Cooperation was more prevalent in the Arctic than the territorial disputes focused on by the media, Sweden's Foreign Minister Carl Bildt suggested at the launch of the IISS's Forum on Arctic Climate Change and Security. Although rapid climate change in the region was opening up new maritime routes and opportunities for resources exploration, it remained a harsh environment that compelled countries and companies to work together.
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USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) transfers supplies to USS Enterprise (CVN 65)
USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) transfers supplies to USS Enterprise (CVN 65)
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Feb. 4, 2011) The fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) and the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) perform an underway replenishment at night. Enterprise is deployed as part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the US 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Daniel J. Meshel/Released)
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USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) transfers supplies to USS Enterprise (CVN 65)
USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) transfers supplies to USS Enterprise (CVN 65)
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Feb. 4, 2011) The fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) and the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) perform a vertical replenishment at night using MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopters. Enterprise is deployed as part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the US 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Daniel J. Meshel/Released)
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Arctic Corsair H320 being towed down the River Hull and docked.
Arctic Corsair H320 being towed down the River Hull and docked.
The Sidewinder Trawler Arctic Corsair H320 being towed down the River Hull and docked. A sight that towns like Hull, Fleetwood, Aberdeen and many more will never see again.
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The Geopolitics of the Arctic (Video)
The Geopolitics of the Arctic (Video)
ORIGINALLY RECORDED December 14, 2011 Scott Borgerson and Paula Dobriansky discuss the economic, environmental, and security implications of a changing Arctic region and its significance for the United States. SPEAKERS: Scott G. Borgerson, Cofounder and Managing Director, CargoMetrics; Senior Fellow, Institute for Global Maritime Studies Paula J. Dobriansky, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Government and Regulatory Affairs, Thomson Reuters; Former Undersecretary, Democracy and Global Affairs, US Department of State PRESIDER: Frank Sesno, Director, School of Media and Public Affairs, George Washington University www.cfr.org
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Arctic Army? No, says Russia
Arctic Army? No, says Russia
Russia won't create an Arctic military force irrespective of any territorial disputes that may develop in the energy-rich region. That's according to the country's envoy to the eight-nation Arctic Council. Anton Vasilyev said that Russia does plan to strengthen security there, but the primary goal is to ensure safe navigation. The statement follows last week's breakthrough maritime border deal with Norway. Canada, meanwhile, said it's ready to challenge Russia in the race for the region's resources.
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Rough Seas, Rough Diamonds: Close-up look at Russia's Arctic Gateway
Rough Seas, Rough Diamonds: Close-up look at Russia's Arctic Gateway
This week, RT's Close-Up series travels to Arkhangelsk, a city in the north-west of Russia, the country's first sea port back in the 16th century. Recognized as a regional capital, it now has everything, from shipbuilding to diamonds.
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Senate Committee Hold Hearing on Defending US Economic Interests in Arctic
Senate Committee Hold Hearing on Defending US Economic Interests in Arctic
Oceans, Atmosphere, Fisheries, and Coast Guard Subcommittee holds a hearing on "Defending US Economic Interests in the Changing Arctic: Is There a Strategy." Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Robert Papp; Navy Rear Adm. David Titley, oceanographer and navigator of the Navy; Assistant Secretary of State for Oceans and Fisheries David Balton; Peter Slaiby, vice president of Alaska Venture, Shell Oil Company; Scott Borgerson, senior fellow at the Institute for Global Maritime Studies; and Andrew Metzger, assistant professor at the University of Alaska-Fairbanks testify on July 28, 2011. [Go to www.state.gov for more video and text transcript.]
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Mysterious 'Arctic Sea' saga over. RT meets ship in Malta
Mysterious 'Arctic Sea' saga over. RT meets ship in Malta
The three-month-long 'Arctic Sea' ship saga seems to be finally coming to an end. The cargo vessel, which was hijacked in the summer, has been handed back to its Maltese owners and is now anchored in the port of the capital Valletta.
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Comparing the robustness of Arctic and Antarctic governance by Mel Weber.mov
Comparing the robustness of Arctic and Antarctic governance by Mel Weber.mov
Comparing the robustness of Arctic and Antarctic governance By Mel Weber Abstract #268 to be presented at the IPY Montreal Conference FrostBytes -- 'Soundbytes of Cool Research' is a concept developed by the Association of Polar Early Career Scientists (APECS: www.apecs.is) to share interesting information about the Polar Regions. These 30-60 second audio or video recordings are designed to help researchers easily share their latest findings to a broad audience.
