What does this research mean for the field?

The Sámi people's traditional knowledge is crucial for protecting ecosystems and informing climate change adaptation strategies in the Arctic. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

What question did this study set out to answer?

To explore the Sámi people's traditional knowledge and its significance in climate change adaptation and ecosystem preservation.

March 2, 2026The UNESCO courier0 citations

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The Sámi people, indispensable guardians of climate change

ARAnna Ruohonen

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To explore the Sámi people's traditional knowledge and its significance in climate change adaptation and ecosystem preservation.
Investigated the Sámi people's traditional practices and knowledge systems.
Analyzed the impact of their practices on ecosystems in the Arctic region.
Examined how their understanding aids in climate change adaptation.
Sámi traditional knowledge contributes significantly to ecosystem conservation.
Their practices support effective climate change adaptation strategies.
The role of reindeer herding is crucial in maintaining Arctic ecosystems.

Abstract

In the northernmost corner of Europe, the nomadic Sámi reindeer herders have developed a millennia-old understanding of the Arctic zone — precious knowledge that helps protect ecosystems and inform climate change adaptation.

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The Sámi people, indispensable guardians of climate change

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