The Right to Remain Cold: A Review of Risky Futures: Climate, Geopolitics and Local Realities in the Uncertain Circumpolar North, edited by O. Ulturgasheva and B. Bodenhorn. New York: Berghahn Books, 2022. 234 p.

Key Points

• Examines the impact of climate on geopolitical stability in the Circumpolar North, revealing critical vulnerabilities.
• Identifies key risks related to sustainability and local realities as climate change accelerates in high-latitude regions.
• Review of relevant literature highlights diverse perspectives on managing geopolitical and environmental challenges.
• Suggests immediate action and local engagement are crucial for addressing the complexities of an uncertain climate future.