One Ocean: What Polar and Atlantic Change Means for Europe

Date: September 11th, 2026 - September 11th, 2026

Location: Natural History Museum, Brussels, and online

"About the event

The event will present policy-relevant research on how changes in the Atlantic Ocean, Southern Ocean and Arctic may affect Europe in both the short and long term. Discussions will consider different stakeholder perspectives and the need for greater investment in integrated ocean and polar research to help Europe better understand, anticipate and respond to emerging climate challenges.

Topics will include:

  • Changes in the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation
  • Connections between the Atlantic, Arctic and Southern Ocean 
  • Implications for Europe’s climate, economy and infrastructure
  • The role of ocean and polar research in resilience and preparedness
  • Stakeholder perspectives on science-policy needs

Art and photography

Alongside the discussions, participants will be able to experience an art exhibition inspired by Arctic research by Laure Winants, as well as photographic projections from the Southern Ocean, Antarctica, the Arctic and the Atlantic, captured by scientists involved in the projects."

Contact

For more information, please contact:

Maria Grigoratou

mgrigoratou@europeanpolarboard.org

Vikki Gunn

vikki.gunn@seascapeconsultants.co.uk

https://ocean-ice.eu/events/one-ocean-what-polar-and-atlantic-change-means-for-europe/