Analysis of Capability to Respond to Radiological/Nuclear Emergencies in the Arctic
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Issue Date
2025-05-12
Authors
Emergency Prevention, Preparedness, and Response (EPPR)
Subject
Abstract
The goal of this project was to analyse the capabilities, capacity, and competency available in the Arctic to respond to radiological/nuclear (RN) emergencies previously identified as moderate or increasing risk. Through the conduct of this assessment, it was found that the response capabilities for an RN emergency in the Arctic vary among Arctic Council Member States. Based on the key findings of the assessment, a series of recommendations were identified, with the goal of improving Arctic RN emergencyresponse capabilities, to address both immediate response needs and anticipated response needs as the risk of some of the identified emergencies is expected to increase.