In recognition of the scientific forecast of significant changes in the Arctic caused by global climate change, the Aspen Institute convened a civil society dialogue and Commission on Arctic Climate Change and recently released its final report entitled The Shared Future which presents the Commission's recommendations.
For Immediate Release Contact: David MonsmaExecutive Director, Energy and Environment ProgramThe Aspen Institute202-736-2907/david.monsma@aspeninstitute.org
The Arctic functions as a cooling system for the planet. The rapid and profound changes underway in the Arctic as a result of global climate change jeopardize the well-being of the earth. We have an unprecedented opportunity to safeguard the welfare of current and future generations.
The Aspen Commission on Arctic Climate Change has identified the following initial Principles of Arctic Governance as forming the foundation and the standards by which future governance and sustainable management of human activities in the Arctic should be measured. Specifically, governance and sustainable management of human activities in the Arctic should seek to:
The Aspen Institute Energy and Environment Program provides nonpartisan leadership and a neutral forum for improving energy and environmental policy making through intentional, values-based dialogue. Through its policy work, public programs such as the Aspen Environment Forum, and the Catto Fellowship, an environmental leadership initiative... read more
