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The science criterion in Antarctic governance is challenged by climate change. Revisiting participation rules may be necessary as melting ice impacts global sea levels.

Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • International Relations
  • Climate Science

Background:

  • The Antarctic Treaty System (ATS) originated from the International Geophysical Year (IGY).
  • Science has historically held a privileged position in Antarctic governance, serving as the primary criterion for Consultative Party status.
  • Antarctica is often viewed as a global laboratory, a perspective reinforced by the Madrid Protocol's environmental focus.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate whether anthropogenic climate change threatens the science criterion central to the ATS.
  • To explore the implications of climate change impacts on Antarctica for its governance structure.
  • To consider alternative models for participation in Antarctic governance.

Main Methods:

  • Historical analysis of the ATS origins and its relationship with scientific endeavors.
Keywords:
Antarcticaclimate changegeopoliticsgovernancejusticescience

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  • Examination of the role of climate change research in Antarctica and its global consequences.
  • Conceptual analysis of governance models and legitimacy in the context of environmental change.

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    • Climate change poses a significant threat to Antarctica, impacting its environment and contributing to global sea-level rise.
    • Antarctica's perceived remoteness, which underpinned its governance model, is diminishing due to climate change.
    • The current science-based governance may become morally and practically untenable if disconnected from climate change impacts.

    Conclusions:

    • The science criterion for Antarctic governance remains viable but rests on a foundation that could be undermined.
    • A disconnect between actions causing climate change and authority over Antarctica challenges the legitimacy of the current system.
    • Revisiting the centrality of science and considering affected states in governance may be necessary.