Ted Stevens Center to Enhanced Sea Ice Forecasting Capabilities

In 2023, PolArctic was hired to provide spatial and temporal sea ice forecasting support for the United States Department of Defense Ted Stevens Center to enhance the Center's research and operational planning capabilities in Arctic regions.

This objective was aimed at supporting a wide range of governmental activities, from climate research to strategic defense operations, by offering precise and timely information on sea ice conditions.

We achieved this through the development of a bespoke dashboard, the integration of cutting-edge satellite imaging technology, and the application of advanced predictive modeling techniques. The dashboard was designed to aggregate and display data in a user-friendly manner, enabling quick access to real-time and forecasted sea ice conditions. By leveraging satellite imaging, we could provide detailed observations of sea ice extent. The predictive modeling techniques employed utilized historical data patterns to forecast future sea ice conditions with high accuracy.

By the end of the project, we successfully achieved:

• The delivery of a custom sea ice forecasting dashboard, which provided the Ted Stevens Center with an unprecedented level of detail and usability in sea ice observation and forecasting.

• Enhanced operational planning capabilities for the US Government, allowing for better-informed decision-making in relation to Arctic research, environmental monitoring, and defense logistics.

• Significant improvements in the accuracy of sea ice forecasts, enabling the Ted Stevens Center and associated governmental agencies to conduct more effective and safer operations in Arctic areas.

This collaboration between PolArctic and the Ted Stevens Center stands as a testament to the power of combining specialized expertise with state-of-the-art technology to address complex environmental and strategic challenges faced by government agencies operating in the Arctic region.