ECONOR V will deliver an updated report, The Economy of the North – ECONOR 2025, providing a comprehensive circumpolar overview with a focus on the Arctic economy, socioeconomic conditions, and sustainable development. As climate change and global economic shifts increasingly impact the Arctic environment and nature-based livelihoods of Indigenous Peoples and local communities, ECONOR’s interdisciplinary approach remains essential for strengthening the knowledge base that informs policies on natural resource management, socioeconomic development, and sustainability.
A key priority of ECONOR V is to enhance the involvement of the Arctic Council Permanent Participants, emphasizing the deep connection between Indigenous Peoples and the land. The project also plays a crucial role in harmonizing socioeconomic statistical data across national and regional borders, fostering greater coherence in Arctic research and policy development.
ECONOR V brings together a diverse network of statisticians, researchers, experts, and the Permanent Participants organizations from across the circumpolar region. The editorial group, led by Statistics Norway works in collaboration with CICERO and Université Laval, Quebec, Canada, and close partnership with the Canadian research initiative Wealth of the Arctic Group of Experts (WAGE) and Business Index North (BIN).
Building on the legacy of previous ECONOR reports from 2006, 2008, 2015, and 2020, ECONOR 2025 aims to further strengthen the circumpolar statistical and research knowledge base. By providing valuable insights and analysis, the report will support evidence-based policies that promote sustainable development across the Arctic, ensuring that economic and environmental considerations align with the well-being of Arctic communities.
Arctic Council Working Group