The Arctic Century
The Arctic Century is an independent non-profit organisation established by
joint efforts of the international experts. We cover the most recent
developments in science, business, and technologies, as well as key
political and economic trends across the Arctic in the form of news,
features, opinions, and articles.
From Past to Present: How Hydrocarbon Production Methods Change in Russia
Russia was one of the first countries to search for oil and gas deposits in the Arctic...
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What to Know About Managing Ice Conditions in the Russian Arctic?
Facing climate change and increasing economic activity in the Arctic, ice management is becoming one of the key factors ensuring safe and efficient maritime operations...
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The Arcticugol Trust: Past, Present and Future in Svalbard
The Arcticugol Trust, a Russian state-owned coal mining company operating in Svalbard, Norway, was interviewed by The Arctic Century.
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Bright Arctic Stars
Although tufted puffins, also known as crested, are not an endangered species in the Arctic, they are experiencing population declines in some parts of their distribution.
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US Sanctions Against Arctic LNG 2 Project: The Reason Behind
The US imposed sanctions on Russia's *Arctic LNG 2* project in November as part of a raft of restrictions targeting 'individuals and entities' associated with Russia's actions in Ukraine. However, is this the real reason behind the implementation of sanctions?
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The US Conducted Research on the Extended Continental Shelf in the Arctic
It has been 20 years since the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the US Geological Survey began collecting and analysing data on the depth, shape and geophysical characteristics of the seabed and subsoil of the Arctic Ocean.
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A Step Towards Understanding Russian Environmental Policy
The Soviet Union's emphasis on heavy industrial development and blatant disregard for the environment has left Russia facing numerous environmental problems...
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'Humanitarian Crisis' on the Russian-Finnish Border
Finnish authorities are confident that the current migrant situation is orchestrated by the Russian side. The Kremlin voiced regret about Finland's decision to close the checkpoints and rejected Finnish authorities' claims that Russia has encouraged the influx of migrants at the border to punish Finland for joining NATO.
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