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The Arctic Council’s “clean-up crew”: An interview with ACAP Chair Patrick Huber

The Arctic Contaminants Action Program (ACAP) is welcoming back Patrick Huber from the United States’ Environmental Protection Agency for his second term as Working Group...

30 Oct 2023

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Arctic Council events at COP26

The Russian Chairmanship, Arctic Council Working Groups and Permanent Participants at COP26 in Glasgow, Scotland - (re)watch the sessions here and get more background inf...

29 Oct 2021

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Quiz: Which 2021 Arctic Council report should you read based on your interests?

In 2021, the Arctic Council's Working and Expert Groups released over 50 new reports on topics including climate change, emergency response, biodiversity, Arctic shipping...

25 Oct 2021

Geothermal Power Station, Iceland Credit: iStock / DieterMeyrl

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Green energy shift in the Arctic

Act short-term, gain long-term

10 May 2021

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Mercury from outside the Arctic is polluting the region

AMAP Working Group lays a scientific foundation while ACAP WG implements projects to stimulate actions to reduce emissions. This is how they work together to inspire chan...

10 May 2021

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How to reduce emissions of black carbon and methane in the Arctic

Significant reductions in emissions of black carbon and methane and economic gains can be achieved if Best Available Technology (BAT) and Best Environmental Practices (BE...

30 Oct 2020

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Mercury and toxic cocktails affect the Arctic ecosystems, wildlife and human health – How to take action?

Tackling mercury pollution is a priority for the Arctic Contaminants Action Program Working Group. Why is it an issue in the Arctic?

23 Oct 2020

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Significant economic and environmental gains can be achieved by applying Best Available Technology in the oil sector in the Arctic

The Arctic Council’s Arctic Contaminant Action Program (ACAP) has completed a study on flaring of associated petroleum gas in the Russian Arctic. The report shows that si...

25 Jun 2020

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5 фактов, которые нужно знать о диоксинах, одних из самых токсичных соединений на Земле

Диоксины высоко токсичны. Они могут вызывать гормональные нарушения и множество других серьёзных проблем со здоровьем. К сожалению, все люди подвержены воздействию диокси...

15 May 2020