The Arctic Circle Podcast

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; A...

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,...

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, organization...

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 Alfre...

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...

In this episode we listen to five experts discuss Arctic Science Diplomacy. Panelists are: Mark Myers, Director, US Geological Survey; Commissioner, U.S. Arctic Research Commission  Victoria Qutuuq Bushman, Environment and Climate Advisor, Inuit Circumpolar Council; Indigenous Fellow, International Arctic Science Committee (IASC) Melody Brown Burkins, Director, Arctic Center, Dartmouth College, US...

In this episode we listen to H.E. Høgni Høydal, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Industry and Trade; Deputy Prime Minister, the Faroe Islands , speak on the Faroe Islands in the Arctic. This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly. The speech is followed by a Q&A with the audience, moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland...

Panelists are: H.E. Gillian Martin, Minister for Energy and the Environment, The Scottish Government Tove Søvndal Gant, Head of the Greenlandic Representation in Reykjavik Frank Yu, Global Vice President of Envision Energy and Head of Envision Hydrogen Tryggvi Þór Herbertsson, Head of Hydrogen Strategy and Partnership, Qair Group The panel is moderated by Össur Skarphéðinsson, Former Minister for...

You’re listening to the Arctic Circle Podcast, in this episode we listen to Andrew Light, Assistant Secretary of Energy for International Affairs, U.S. Department of Energy, discuss the U.S. Energy Mission. 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 d...

In this episode we listen to a dialogue on Security and Defense, with four experts in the field.  Panelists are: Iris Ferguson, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Arctic and Global Resilience, United States Louise Calais, Ambassador for Arctic Affairs, Sweden Inga Nyhamar, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Norway Petteri Vuorimäki, Ambassador for Arctic and Antarctic Affairs & Senior Arctic...

In this episode we listen to Lisa Murkowski, United States Senator from Alaska , speak on the New Arctic Vision of the United States. The Senator's speech is followed by a Q&A with the audience, moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland. This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly.  Arctic Circle is the largest n...

In this episode we listen to a dialogue with three Mãori representatives discussing Climate Change and our shared future. Opening remarks are provided by Andé Küüsvek, CEO, Nordic Investment Bank. Panelists are: Aperahama Edwards, Ambassador, Hinemoana Halo Initiative, Ngāti Wai, New Zealand Lisa Tumahai, Chairperson, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, New Zealand Mere Takoko, Vice President, Conservation In...

In this episode we listen to the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Government of Canada , speak on Canada's Arctic, it's challenges and opportunities. 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 par...

In this episode we listen to a dialogue between Fertram Sigurjónsson, Founder and CEO of Kerecis and H.E. Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle as they discuss the success of Kerecis, the first Arctic Marine Biotech Unicorn. 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 o...

In this episode we listen to a dialogue  between three financial experts, discussing the future of Arctic Investment. Opening remarks are provided by André Küüsvek, CEO, Nordic Investment Bank. Panelists are: André Küüsvek, CEO Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) Iða Brá Benediktsdóttir, Deputy CEO Arion Bank Hugh Short, Co-Founder, Chairman/CEO Pt Capital The panel is moderated by Danielle Bochove, Toro...

In this episode we listen to H.E. Katrín Jakobsdóttir, Prime Minister of Iceland, speak on  climate change and global challenges. 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, corpor...

In this episode we listen to Morten Høglund, Chair, of the Senior Arctic Officials,  speak on the Vision of the Norwegian Chairship of the Arctic Council. This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly. The speech is followed by a Q&A with the audience, moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland. Arctic Circle is the larg...

In this episode we listen to a dialogue between five leaders of Indigenous Organizations. Opening remarks are provided by Sara Olsvig, International Chair, Inuit Circumpolar Council. Panelists are: Sara Olsvig, International Chair, Inuit Circumpolar Council Edward Alexander, Director and Co-Chair, Gwich’in Council International Chief Bill Erasmus, Arctic Athabaskan Council Jessica Veldstra, Execut...

In this episode we listen to Admiral Rob Bauer, Chair of NATO Military Committee, speak on NATO's Perspective on the Arctic. This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly. The speech is followed by a Q&A with the audience, moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson,  Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland. Arctic Circle is the largest network of internati...

In this episode we listen to Honorable Sim Ann, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of National Development, Singapore, speak on Climate Vulnerabilities and the Arctic: A View from the Equator. 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 Ar...

In this episode we listen to a dialogue between three distinguished Climate Ministers. Panelists are: H.E. Guðlaugur Þór Þórðarson, Minister for the Environment, Energy, and Climate, Iceland  H.E. Gillian Martin, Minister for Energy and the Environment, Scotland  H.E. Mariam Bent Mohammed Saeed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, the United Arab Emirates The panel took place foll...

In this episode we listen to H.E. Mariam bint Mohammed Saeed Hareb Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, the United Arab Emirates, speak on global climate change and the objectives for COP28. This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly. The speech is followed by a Q&A with the audience, moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and f...

In this episode we listen to President-Designate of COP28, H.E. Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, the United Arab Emirates; Special Envoy for Climate Change, speak on the Mission of the Global Climate Conference COP28. This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly. The speech is followed by a Q&A with the audience, moderated by Ólafur Ragn...

In this episode we listen to H.E. Lars Løkke Rasmussen, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Denmark, speak on the importance of cooperation in the Arctic for a sustainable future. This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly. The speech is followed by a Q&A with the audience, moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland. Arctic...

In this episode we listen to a discussion on the Paris Summit: One Planet and the Poles. Opening remarks are provided by Olivier Poivre d'Arvor, Ambassador for Polar and Maritime Issues, Republic of France. Panelists are: Miriam Jackson, Programme Coordinator, Cryosphere Initiative, ICIMOD Antje Boetius, Director, Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research, Germa...