What's Going On in the Arctic - Fall 2012 Arctic Report Card Update

Explore the dramatic changes occurring in the Arctic through this 53-minute press conference from the 2012 AGU Fall Meeting. Delve into the findings of the annual Arctic Report Card, which reveals record-breaking losses in summer sea ice, declining spring snow extent, rising permafrost temperatures in northernmost Alaska, and unprecedented melting of the Greenland ice sheet. Learn from NOAA Administrator Jane Lubchenco and a panel of experts as they discuss the significant shifts in multiple indicators affecting climate and ecosystems in the region. Gain insights from leading researchers in Arctic science, including Martin O. Jeffries, Donald Perovich, and Jason E. Box, as they present the latest data and analysis on the rapidly changing Arctic environment.