Permafrost thaw not only emits carbon into the atmosphere and destabilizes ground, but also poses increasing hazards to human health, animals, and ecosystems. Speakers discussed observed land degradation and displacement of Arctic communities, and also explored how this thaw alters coastal environments, pushing beyond limits of adaptation into loss and damage. As part of a solutions mindset, the ILLUQ project (the Inuvialuktun word for partner) is rooted in participatory research with local stakeholders and rights-holders. It focuses on the long-term implications of decision-making in the context of permafrost thaw. Speakers included Dr. Gustaf Hugelius, Bolin Centre for Climate Research, Stockholm University; Dr. Christina Schädel, Woodwell Climate Research Center; and Fabian Seemann, PhD Candidate at the Alfred Wegener Institute.
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