CLIMATE TIPPING POINTS AND THE ARCTIC: Global Urgency for Policy

UArctic, the Consulate General of Finland and Dartmouth College are organizing an insightful afternoon of discussion around Arctic leadership, perspective, and solutions to the threat of climate change. We will hear from a diverse set of panelists and keynote speakers, emphasizing the need for collaboration between policymakers, indigenous people, the finance sector, and other stakeholders. Speakers will include experts such as Lars Kullerud, President of UArctic, as well as, Barbara Will, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs at Dartmouth.

The event will take place on September 23 at the Cornell Club of New York (6 East 44th Street) from 1:30 PM to 7 PM, including a networking reception.

The Arctic perspective on climate change offers both a stark reminder of the urgency of the crisis and a myriad of potential solutions. The region’s direct experience with climate change underscores the need for robust political action, despite the challenges of developing policies in an area historically devoid of political frameworks.

Although research on climate change is extensive, translating this knowledge into governmental action remains a significant hurdle. We are already past several tipping points, with the Paris Agreement’s goals increasingly out of reach. The need for global action is paramount, and cold regions must lead the way.

Developing effective policies in the absence of precedents is crucial, and devising a strategic “Plan B” is essential as we navigate this crisis. Understanding the lived experiences of those in the Arctic, where the effects of climate change are most pronounced, can provide valuable insights and urgency – just as New York City and other regions are feeling the impacts.

Agenda:

Opening words
Barbara Will, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs at Dartmouth

Key note speaker
Lars Kullerud, President of UArctic

Climate Science & Policy Panel
Moderator: Melody Brown Burkins, Director of Institute of Arctic Studies, Dartmouth and UArctic Chair in Science Diplomacy and Inclusion

Climate Technology & Finance Panel
Moderator: Geoffrey Parker, Interim Faculty Director, Arthur L. Irving Institute for Energy & Society at Dartmouth

Closing words
Outi Snellman, Secretary General, UArctic

This is a private event. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Lotta Jessen, Special Advisor for Commercial and Economic Affairs at the Consulate General of Finland: [email protected].