The Arctic is not just a regional concern; its changes ripple across the globe, impacting climate, ecosystems, and economies worldwide.
Its ice sheets regulate global temperatures, its melting permafrost releases greenhouse gases that accelerate climate change, and its ocean currents influence weather patterns across continents. Climate change in the Arctic is accelerating at an unprecedented rate, reshaping global weather patterns, raising sea levels, and altering ecosystems far beyond the ice. The geopolitical landscape is shifting, and with it, the urgency and the need to act.
The Global Arctic Alliance is an independent, international coalition of scientists, educators, policymakers, environmentalists, early-stage technology companies, and innovative solution-focused startups committed to ensuring that decisions about the Arctic reflect the interests of the entire global community, not just those with direct territorial claims.
We are not a government, but we are a force, working to ensure that science, sustainability, and innovation - not short-term political or economic interests - guide the future of the Arctic.
We believe that what happens in the Arctic doesn’t stay in the Arctic. Our mission is to:
- Convene global experts and innovators in an annual forum to shape the future of Arctic governance and technology.
- Educate and engage the next generation through university partnerships, public outreach, and startup incubators.
- Champion bold, forward-thinking solutions by supporting early-stage technology companies and innovative startups developing scalable, high-impact solutions for Arctic-related challenges.
- Challenge the status quo by fostering investment and collaboration between scientists, policymakers, and venture capitalists committed to sustainable progress in the Arctic.
- Advance global research on Arctic climate change and its worldwide impact.
- Advocate for responsible policies that prioritize environmental protection and sustainability.
Get Involved - join the Global Arctic Alliance
The Arctic needs global advocates because its changes impact food security, biodiversity, and weather extremes worldwide.
Whether you are a researcher, educator, policymaker, student, or environmental leader, you can play a role in shaping its future.
Join the Global Arctic Alliance and be part of the solution. Uniting the World for the Future of the Arctic
The Global Arctic Forum 2026
In 2026, the Global Arctic Alliance Forum will convene leaders from science, policy, education, technology, venture capital and industry to address the most pressing Arctic issues. This annual event will serve as a platform for collaboration, innovation, and action, ensuring the Arctic remains a priority on the global stage.
