The Arctic is front and center in peoples' minds. Increased maritime traffic and new opportunities for development have brought about more reasons to understand and work toward safe and secure operations both on land and off Alaska's coast. To help Alaskans understand these critical challenges and issues at stake in the Arctic, the Institute convened the first Week of the Arctic last year, drawing over 550 participants to five events in four days. The 2012 Week of the Arctic will take place August 13-18 in Anchorage, Alaska. Week of the Arctic events will include:
- Monday, August 13: Federal Research Priorities and Processes
- Tuesday, August 14: Arctic Council Strategic Planning and Luncheon
- Wednesday, August 15: Northern Energy Science and Technology Fair
- Thursday, August 16: Bering Strait Port Authority Workshop
- Saturday, August 18: Governor Walter J. Hickel Day of the Arctic Brunch
The Week of the Arctic's signature event is the annual Robert O. Anderson Sustainable Arctic Award Dinner on Friday, August 17th. This year we'll be recognizing Red Dog Mine for their sustainable development in the North.