December 4th: Polar Day Focusing Above the Polar Regions
On December 4th, 2008, the International Polar Year 2007-8 (IPY) will launch its seventh ‘International Polar Day’ focusing on research Above the Polar Regions, including meteorology, atmospheric science, astronomy, and the view of the polar regions from space. This event coincides with... - December 04, 2008
September 24th: International Polar Day Focussing on People
On September 24th, IPY celebrates its sixth ‘International Polar Day' focusing on People in Polar Regions, especially on community and cultural well-being, health issues, and the role of the Arctic in the global economy. Information and activities have been planned for media and educators including researcher profiles, radio events, local and global discussions, and a virtual balloon launch. - September 24, 2008
June 18th: Polar Land and Life day
On June 18th, 2008, the International Polar Year 2007-8 (IPY) will launch its fifth ‘International Polar Day' focusing on Land and Life: the plants and animals of polar lands and the changing permafrost and hydrologic systems. This Polar Day occurs as hundreds of researchers focus on Arctic... - June 18, 2008