Arctic opening: opportunity and risk in the high north
Arctic opening: opportunity and risk in the high north
The Arctic is likely to attract substantial investment over the next ten years, potentially reaching 100 billion $ or more, according to the report “Arctic Opening” by Chatham House and Lloyd´s of London. The authors also point to risks: the environmental consequences of disasters in the Arctic are likely to be worse than in other regions. Uncertainties exist how to deal with the risks of significant Arctic industrial activity.
Publication Date:
01/04/2012