The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will not directly support the 2026 Arctic Report Card. This report typically assesses the changing climate in the Arctic, recognized as the fastest-warming region globally. A reliable source with firsthand information confirmed this decision.
An iconic image captured in August 2017 shows a polar bear navigating through fragmented ice in the Arctic waters of Nunavut, Canada. This image underscores the urgent reality of climate change impacts in the region.
As NOAA retracts its direct involvement, authors of the report are actively seeking new ways to ensure their critical findings reach the public. This shift could affect how information about the Arctic’s environmental changes is disseminated.
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