Arctic Report Card 2013 - Latest Scientific Observations

Explore the latest scientific observations of the Arctic in this press conference presenting the Arctic Report Card 2013. Gain insights into the sustained warming trend affecting this extremely sensitive region of the world. Discover up-to-date information on snow cover, sea ice, air and ocean temperatures, the Greenland ice sheet, vegetation, fish, and wildlife. Understand the significance of long-term observing programs in measuring and attributing substantial changes in the Arctic. Learn from expert participants, including representatives from NOAA, the U.S. Arctic Research Commission, and leading universities, as they discuss the findings of this annual update that began in 2006.