IPY (International Polar Year)

The International Polar Year (IPY) refers to designated periods of intensified scientific research in the polar regions, primarily the Arctic and Antarctica. The most recent events took place from 2007 to 2008 and involved thousands of scientists from around the world studying climate change, ecosystems, and human impacts in these crucial areas. IPY aims to enhance our understanding of polar environments, which play a vital role in the Earth's climate system, and to foster international collaboration in scientific exploration and data sharing. Overall, IPY highlights the importance of polar science for global sustainability and environmental stewardship.