Arctic

Wildfires may be spewing three times more soot into Arctic than previously thought

November 16, 2021 By Olivia Rosane

"The current consensus seems to be leaning towards saying that there's a net warming effect."

Arctic warming three times faster than average rate of planet, study finds

May 21, 2021 By Kenny Stancil

AMAP issued that warning on Thursday in a new report that summarizes the latest findings on Arctic change and projections of future transformations under different climate scenarios.

Obama defends wildlife refuge, leaves other areas vulnerable to oil drilling

February 3, 2015 By Blake Skylar

Millions more acres would be declared "wilderness," enjoying the highest level of protection possible for public lands, effectively preserving the area and its ecosystem.

Moment of victory: Shell stops Arctic drilling

September 18, 2012 By Blake Skylar

Shell has chosen to halt its oil-drilling program after a dome used to clean up potential spills became damaged.

Shell starts – and pauses – Arctic drilling

September 12, 2012 By Blake Skylar

Ignoring the collective outrage of environmental groups, oil giant Shell began drilling into the Arctic, boring holes 1,400 feet beneath the Chukchi Sea's floor.