Earth Sciences

Arctic open-water periods are projected to lengthen dramatically by 2100

A. Crawford, J. Stroeve, et al.

This groundbreaking study by Alex Crawford, Julienne Stroeve, Abigail Smith, and Alexandra Jahn reveals that the Arctic's open-water period is projected to lengthen significantly with global warming, potentially surpassing six months each year. This vital research, critical to understanding climate change impacts at regional levels, challenges existing projections, suggesting they may be conservative as we approach alarming temperature thresholds.