- The Arctic is warming at twice the global average rate, leading to melting permafrost, sea ice loss, and disruptions to ecosystems.
Pollution:
- Industrial activities, transportation, and burning of fossil fuels release pollutants that can be carried by winds and deposited in the Arctic, affecting air and water quality.
Oil and gas development:
- These activities can damage the delicate tundra ecosystem and pollute the air, water, and soil.
Mining:
- Mining operations can also damage the tundra ecosystem and pollute the environment.
Overhunting and overfishing:
- Hunting and fishing by humans can reduce the populations of animals and fish that live in the tundra.
Introduction of invasive species:
- Non-native species can outcompete native species for food and habitat, disrupting the balance of the ecosystem.