The Arctic is going through major transformations as a result of climate change, rising global demand for energy and key natural resources, and the international imperative of achieving sustainable development. These environmental, economic, political and societal changes that affect the Arctic are taking place at the global, regional and local levels. From shifting atmospheric circulation patterns due to disappearing Arctic sea ice, to the emergence of new industries—often labeled as “green”—alongside traditional resource extraction operations in Northern communities, the Arctic has become a region of great geopolitical significance. It is today a place where the interests of states, corporations, scientists, activists, indigenous peoples, local governments and international organizations converge—and sometimes come into conflict.

Environment and Society in a Changing Arctic will take place during June 2023, with more exact dates to be announced during the spring. The course is organized by the Division of History of Science, Technology and Environment at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in collaboration with the Department of History at Luleå University of Technology.

Each student is expected to pay a fee of 6000 sek. This is to cover some of the costs of travel and accomodation. 

Contact:

Eric Paglia, course responsible, for content and prerequisites: paglia@kth.se

Course administration for admittance and registration: kursexp@abe.kth.se