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In an increasingly global world, there is a keen awareness of the crucial ecological role played by the Polar Regions and a realization that they have a growing economic and political impact on world affairs. In this regard, Polar View's monitoring and analysis services can offer significant benefits for sustainable economic development, safety, and the environment.
Both the Arctic and Antarctic are experiencing an explosion of economic activity with increased world demand for resources (including fisheries and oil) and related exploration and processing activities. Eco-tourism has also increased dramatically in the last decade, particularly in the easily accessible scenic areas such as the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. One of the key priorities in the Polar Regions has always been the balanced development of the rich natural resources with that of its fragile ecosystems and the values and beliefs of the indigenous communities. Polar View services assist in maintaining this balance by: Optimizing transportation routes Helping to manage hydropower generation Assisting in resource exploitation Maintaining traditional ways of life The harsh and ever-changing nature of the polar regions presents a challenging environment for sea transportation and human navigation. Polar View services mitigate the risk of accidents and loss of life and property in the often treacherous environment by: Providing safe transportation routes Guiding fishing and hunting expeditions Protecting off-shore drilling operations Improving flood protection The Polar Regions, the largest natural ecosystems on Earth, are increasingly under stress from a rapidly changing climate, increasing resource extraction, and growing transportation use. The crucial role of the Polar Regions in climate regulation and the vulnerability of their ecosystems and, in the Arctic, of their unique indigenous cultures, warrant special attention. Environmental issues constitute a central pillar of concern for all polar stakeholders. Polar View services address environmental concerns by: Monitoring polar fresh water cycle Tracking sources of pollution Helping to understand and manage animal populations and habitats Increasing global awareness of climate change impacts and adaptation |
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