Canadian Arctic Snow School Hopes to Boost Climate Fight by Bridging Science and Tradition

Researchers from around the world are bundling up and heading to Canada’s northern territory of Nunavut for the first-ever Arctic Snow School. This unique initiative, held at the Canadian High Arctic Research Station (CHARS), unites 40 researchers, students, and Inuit knowledge-holders to study Arctic snow and its implications for Climate change.

The Arctic Snow School is a joint project between Quebec’s Sentinel North at Université Laval and the Groupe de Recherche Interdisciplinaire sur les Milieux Polaires (GRIMP) at the University of Sherbrooke. The goal is to train a new generation of scientists capable of tackling the complex problems arising from a changing North.

As the Arctic helps regulate the world’s temperature, changes in the region have global implications. Arctic snow research can help assess the impact on vegetation, animal habitats, and the challenges faced by Inuit communities who rely on hunting and fishing. One area of study is rain-on-snow events, where rain falls onto existing snow and freezes, forming a layer of ice. These events are becoming more frequent in the Arctic, but the root cause is still unclear.

Researchers use radiometers to measure the energy emitted from the snow, indicating how much rain has fallen and how it affects snow layers. This data can be applied to satellite imagery, creating maps of rain or snow events to identify patterns, hotspots, and causes. This information is crucial for developing solutions to address these climate challenges.

Studying Arctic snow fills a knowledge gap, as it is significantly different from alpine snow, which has been more extensively researched. Researchers must adapt to the unique Arctic conditions, such as fluctuating temperatures and more extreme weather.

The Arctic Snow School also presents an opportunity to collaborate with local Inuit communities who have first-hand experience with changing snow conditions. This partnership aims to promote co-managing research projects, combining Western science and traditional knowledge.

As the effects of Climate change become more pronounced, the Arctic Snow School is an essential step in bringing together scientists and Indigenous communities to share knowledge and find solutions. Let’s Support these initiatives and learn from them to create a sustainable future for all. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against climate change.

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