Communities scattered along Northern Norway’s rugged coastline are already experiencing the effects of a changing Arctic. Rising temperatures, stronger storms, coastal erosion and shifting marine ecosystems are placing growing pressure on roads, ports, energy systems and fisheries that support daily life. Researchers now argue that adapting to these changes will require more than building stronger infrastructure. Climate strategies, they say, must also protect local livelihoods while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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