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Beyond Arctic PASSION · 2026–2030

Arctic observations. Actionable knowledge.

Bringing people, knowledge and technology together to co-design a coordinated Arctic Observing System of Systems.

40+

Partner organisations

15

Countries working together

8

Connected project themes

2026–2030

September 2026 – August 2030

Our shared purpose

Connecting knowledge, communities and policy

The Arctic is changing rapidly. Beyond Arctic PASSION connects science, Indigenous Knowledge, local knowledge and technology to build a trusted, inclusive and lasting observing system.

Eight interconnected work packages

Connected themes. Shared progress.

Explore the work shaping a sustainable Arctic Observing System of Systems.

Governance & long-term sustainability

WP 1

Governance & long-term sustainability

Inclusive coordination and a lasting foundation for Arctic observations.

A coordinated Arctic Data System

WP 2

A coordinated Arctic Data System

Connecting observing infrastructures, knowledge and data across the Arctic.

Sustainable management & decision-making

WP 3

Sustainable management & decision-making

Turning Arctic knowledge into practical, evidence-based decisions.

Marine & Cryosphere Observing systems

WP 4

Marine & Cryosphere Observing systems

Strengthening marine and cryosphere observations across Arctic regions.

Data products for end users

WP 5

Data products for end users

Making Arctic knowledge accessible and useful to end users.

Synthesis, dissemination & communication

WP 6

Synthesis, dissemination & communication

Bringing evidence together and sharing the project’s knowledge.

Project management, exploitation & legacy

WP 7

Project management, exploitation & legacy

Delivering the project and securing its long-term value.

Ethics requirements

WP 8

Ethics requirements

Supporting responsible, equitable and ethical research.

From across the project

Latest news

Updates, stories and insights from the Beyond Arctic PASSION community.

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Jackie Dawson helps connect data, AI and Indigenous Knowledge

Arctic PASSION partners at the University of Ottawa, in Canada, are excited to kick off their work on Beyond Arctic PASSION. Read how uOttawa will help to connect...
Making a splash at project start at the EU Arctic Forum, Indigenous Peoples’ Dialogue and Arctic Youth Dialogue, 1-3 September 2026 in Brussels

Making a splash at project start at the EU Arctic Forum, Indigenous Peoples’ Dialogue and Arctic Youth Dialogue, 1-3 September 2026 in Brussels

With the project start on September 1st taking place in parallel to the EU Arctic Forum, Indigenous Peoples’ Dialogue and Arctic Youth Dialogue, we had the chance to...
Going Beyond Arctic PASSION

Going Beyond Arctic PASSION

More than 40 organisations from 15 countries unite to strengthen Arctic observing and knowledge sharing As the Arctic undergoes rapid and unprecedented change, more than 40 organisations from...
Arctic Passion: Final Synthesis And Roadmap For Further Evolution Of The Arctic Observing System

Arctic Passion: Final Synthesis And Roadmap For Further Evolution Of The Arctic Observing System

Our Final Synthesis and Roadmap for further evolution of the Arctic Observing System is published- and we will continue our involvement in the international Arctic observing scene also...
Reflecting On Arctic Passion

Reflecting On Arctic Passion

A video describing Arctic PASSION’s impact and importance
The Last Arctic Passion Field Trip

The Last Arctic Passion Field Trip

Photos from Arctic PASSION final field trip to measure sea ice thickness in Qaanaaq. Photos: Steffen Olsen What was likely the last Arctic Passion field trip was conducted...

People make the difference

One partnership. A shared Arctic future.

More than 40 organisations across 15 countries connect experience, perspectives and knowledge from across the Arctic and beyond.

A better coordinated, equitable Arctic observing system will keep delivering trusted knowledge long after the project ends.