Merritt Helfferich

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Merritt Helfferich worked with the University of Alaska Geophysical Institute when he sailed on the SS Manhattans historic icebreaking voyage. He has conducted research in both Antarctica and the Arctic. He lives in Fairbanks.

As Arctic opens, US should lead in writing rules for a new ocean

OPINION: As shipping redefines the Arctic, the US should show modern leadership by proposing that heavy fuel oil be phased out of use in arctic waters.

By Merritt Helfferich and Kevin Harun●

November 15, 2014 at 5:32 pm

Merritt Helfferich

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As Arctic opens, US should lead in writing rules for a new ocean

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