An online auction for oil and gas exploration licenses was held in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska, but it attracted only limited interest from participants. Out of 58 available tracts, bids were submitted for just five, with the total amount of bids reaching $6.3 million.
Scientists studied old canned salmon to track changes in parasites in the fish over 42 years and assess the health of Alaska's marine ecosystems. This approach helps to understand long-term trends in the ocean and the impact of environmental factors on food chains.
Over the past decade, the season of coastal ice along Alaska’s northern shore has significantly shortened, especially in the Chukchi and Beaufort Seas. This change is affecting the traditional way of life of local communities and their infrastructure, while also increasing the impact of waves on the coastline.