SMEA Assistant Professor P. Joshua Griffin has authored a piece in The Conversation titled, “Arctic sea ice loss and fierce storms leave Kivalina’s volunteer search and rescue fighting to protect their island from climate disasters”. This article addresses Kivalina, Alaska’s efforts to adapt to sea-level rise, the continuing loss of sea ice, and the increasing ferocity of Arctic storms. The piece also provides an assessment of the cost of moving vulnerable Arctic communities as the effects of climate change continue to impact Arctic shores. You can read the full article here.