As Arctic ice thins and melts, more of it will travel between nations — bringing pollution with it
In the next several decades, the ice could transport plastic and industrial pollution further in the Arctic Ocean.
May 11, 2020
1848
As Arctic sea ice melts, broken pieces are carried by winds and currents between the ocean territories of the circumpolar nations. Future melt will move much more of that remaining ice — and move it more quickly, new research finds.
Access to content from the Arctic Knowledge Archives is available to Passport holders only.
Arctic Today is a non-profit organization, supported by donations from readers like you. While we strongly believe in giving free access to current news for all readers, we reserve content older than one year for our supporters. All individual contributions of at least $20/month or $150/year will receive a Passport to the Arctic Knowledge Archives. Help us drive the leading non-profit editorial team dedicated to delivering context, information and analysis about events in the Arctic.
Already have a Passport? Sign in
choose your level of support and unlock your Arctic Passport.
- Monthly
- Annually
- Groups & Institutions
Individual Annual
$150.00
Year
Individual Monthly
$20.00
Month
Individual Monthly
$20.00
0
Individual Yearly
$150.00
0
