The World Petroleum Council Guide to Arctic Oil and Gas looks at the region's crucial role in the development of the industry in the years to come.

The publication provides an overview of the significant technical challenges faced by operators, oil and gas transportation issues and the various legal claims of states to the offshore resources in the Arctic Ocean. The guide also addresses the important and contentious environmental issues raised by exploiting the Arctic and the steps that have been taken to engage with communities. The guide concludes with a comprehensive summary of operations within the Arctic Circle and a list of relevant institutions.

Full PDF file here (around 4mb in size)