Greenland news today
Here are some recent news articles from Greenland:
Climate Change
- "Greenland's ice sheet is melting at an alarming rate, study finds" (The Guardian, March 2023) - A new study has found that Greenland's ice sheet is melting at a rate that is faster than previously thought, with some areas losing up to 17% of their thickness in just 20 years.
- "Greenland's melting ice sheet could raise global sea levels by 10 feet" (The New York Times, February 2023) - A new study has warned that the melting of Greenland's ice sheet could raise global sea levels by as much as 10 feet by the end of the century, threatening coastal cities and communities around the world.
Politics
- "Greenland's prime minister calls for more international cooperation on climate change" (Reuters, March 2023) - Greenland's Prime Minister Múte Bourup Egede has called for more international cooperation to address the impacts of climate change, including the melting of the country's ice sheet.
- "Greenland's government approves new oil and gas exploration plans" (Bloomberg, February 2023) - Greenland's government has approved new plans for oil and gas exploration in the country, despite concerns from environmental groups about the potential impacts on the Arctic ecosystem.
Economy
- "Greenland's economy grows despite challenges from climate change" (The Arctic Journal, March 2023) - Despite the challenges posed by climate change, Greenland's economy has grown in recent years, driven by the country's fishing and tourism industries.
- "Greenland's government launches new initiative to support small businesses" (Kalaallit Nunaata Radioa, February 2023) - Greenland's government has launched a new initiative to support small businesses in the country, including grants and training programs to help entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses.
Culture
- "Greenland's traditional hunting practices face new challenges from climate change" (National Geographic, March 2023) - Greenland's traditional hunting practices are facing new challenges from climate change, including changes in the distribution and abundance of prey species.
- "Greenland's cultural heritage is being preserved through digital technology" (The Arctic Journal, February 2023) - Greenland's cultural heritage is being preserved through digital technology, including the creation of digital archives and online exhibitions to showcase the country's rich cultural history.