Arctic Winter Sea Ice Continues Significant Decline, Reaching Record Lows

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Published: 2026-07-28
Category: science
Source: PNAS
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A PNAS analysis reveals a statistically significant decline in winter Arctic sea ice, with record lows observed in 2025 and 2026. The extent decreased by 5.8% between 2024 and 2025, highlighting an ongoing decadal trend. This decline impacts global climate patterns and ecosystems, underscoring the urgency of climate change mitigation efforts.

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