Arctic Biodiversity Futures

From 16 December 2024

Polar bears clinging to ever-shrinking ice floes, thawing permafrost, reindeer unable to find food: Reports on biodiversity in the Arctic are characterised by dramatic images. Such images overwhelm us and convey a sense of hopelessness. How can we counteract this?

The climate crisis is particularly noticeable in the Arctic. For every degree of global warming, the Arctic warms by 4°C. The consequences for animals, plants and humans are severe. But there are also ways to steer the course of the Arctic towards a better future.

During the World Biodiversity Forum 2024, representatives of indigenous groups, business, politics and scientists met to develop ways to improve Arctic biodiversity. The results of their discussions, which were captured by artist Ollie Prothero, are now waiting for you in the UZH Science Pavilion. Let yourself be inspired by the positive visions for the future.