International Polar Year (IPY)

The International Polar Year (IPY) is a global scientific effort focused on studying the Earth's polar regions—Arctic and Antarctic—over a designated period, typically every few years. It involves international collaboration among scientists to gather data on climate change, ecosystems, and environmental changes in these sensitive areas. IPY aims to improve understanding of how polar regions influence global weather, sea levels, and ecosystems, as well as to address the unique challenges faced by these habitats. This coordinated effort enhances scientific knowledge and informs policies for preserving these critical and rapidly changing environments.