Co-developing solutions to the impacts of climate change with Arctic coastal communities

Overview

Changes to the Arctic environment are occurring faster than elsewhere on the planet and leading to many varied and interconnected impacts.

This talk will discuss ongoing research efforts to address critical questions faced by the communities living in these areas, such as when relocation will be needed, where and when ground subsidence effects might affect infrastructure and how to issue clear guidance on exposure to hazards from the changing landscape.

In order to meet these challenges our diverse and interdisciplinary team is developing state-of-the-art solutions, transformative and transferrable approaches, and sustained, respectful and productive working relationships between researchers, government, and communities.

Sustainable solutions involve holistic investment that reflects the strengths of all partners involved, the application of new, low-cost but effective technologies and approaches to inform decisions, and equipping and training community climate monitors to ensure appropriate and essential information is collected and accessible beyond single project timescales.