ICE BRIDGE

About the project

Funded through the European Biodiversity Partnership Biodivera+ “Biodiversity and Transformative Change (BiodivTransform)“ the ICE-BRIDGE project focuses on developing a governance framework for geoengineering technologies in the Arctic, aiming to address biodiversity loss and promote climate justice. With polar ecosystems at high risk due to climate change, ICE-BRIDGE emphasizes that responsible and equitable management of technologies like solar radiation management (SRM) is essential. The project underscores the need for a precautionary approach to prevent adverse impacts on Arctic species, Indigenous communities, and global biodiversity.

Key objectives include assessing current governance frameworks for geoengineering, evaluating environmental and climate justice implications, and analysing biodiversity impacts on Arctic ecosystems. ICE-BRIDGE integrates both scientific and Indigenous knowledge to ensure local ecosystems are protected while contributing to global biodiversity conservation goals. The methodology involves interdisciplinary collaboration across law, environmental science, and social sciences, structured into six work packages (WPs): governance and law, justice considerations, global and local biodiversity assessment, and community engagement.

Outcomes will include a synthesis report with governance recommendations, emphasizing environmental justice, biodiversity, and precaution. This report will outline strategies for sustainable geoengineering governance in the Arctic, with a focus on protecting Indigenous rights, preserving vulnerable ecosystems, and advancing science communication. ICE-BRIDGE aims to foster informed decision-making by transparently communicating geoengineering risks, benefits, and uncertainties to diverse audiences. Ultimately, ICE-BRIDGE aspires to create a governance model that aligns climate interventions with biodiversity and justice principles, safeguarding the Arctic's ecological and cultural landscapes for future generations.

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