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17th century graves on Svalbard are threatened by rising temperatures

11 Mar 2025
Spitsbergen, Svalbard, Norway
New research reveals that climate change is causing the collapse of 17th and 18th century graves in Svalbard, exposing skeletal remains and textiles to the harsh elements. Rising temperatures and changing permafrost conditions are accelerating erosion and degradation of these culturally significant sites.
The Barents Observer / Rebekah Arnold
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