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Since its inception in 2017, the Polar Institute has become a premier forum for discussion and policy analysis of Arctic and Antarctic issues, and is known in Washington, DC and elsewhere as the Arctic Public Square. The Institute holistically studies the central policy issues facing these regions—with an emphasis on Arctic governance, climate change, economic development, scientific research, security, and Indigenous communities—and communicates trusted analysis to policymakers and other stakeholders. 

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Two icebreakers breaking ice on Vistula river, Poland, 2020-02-18, aerial view

ICE Pact

The recently announced Icebreaker Collaboration Effort (ICE Pact) by the US, Canada, and Finland, is a collaboration intended to strengthen shipbuilding and maritime industrial capacity through closer cooperation on polar icebreakers.

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Critical Minerals in the Arctic

The complex critical minerals problem facing the United States demands a comprehensive approach. Visit our Critical Minerals in the Arctic page to read our Critical Minerals Policy Briefs, which provide a roadmap for sustainable development—emphasizing collaboration, community engagement, and strategic government involvement. By implementing these policy recommendations, the United States may only reduce its dependence on foreign sources but also emerge as a global leader in responsible and sustainable critical mineral development. The journey towards a secure and resilient future begins now.

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New US Antarctic Policy

Read reaction and analysis here: how this strategic move impacts not only national security but also environmental stewardship and international collaboration in one of the world's most remote and sensitive areas.

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US Extended Continental Shelf

Visit the Polar Institute's comprehensive hub dedicated to the United States Extended Continental Shelf (ECS). Explore the background and impact of the US ECS Project through a variety of ECS-related publications and content, and dive into an informative journey through the depths of maritime boundaries and resources.

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