Climate change is affecting permafrost in Northern Arctic communities at an alarming rate. The challenges are especially widespread across the Arctic, where permafrost thaw is causing rapid changes to the landscapes.

These changes impact buildings, roadways. seasonal travel, and traditional ways of life for northerners. Topics to be discussed will include: Topics to be discussed will include:  

• Examining the impact of climate change on permafrost dynamics
• Outlining the complications of permafrost to infrastructure development and exploration
• Assessing the real-life impact of permafrost in remote northern communities