High Latitude Dust Workshop 2026

In situ measurements, remote sensing, modeling, long-range transport, and impacts of HLD and low-latitude dust in the Arctic, with an emphasis on CAMS User engagement in Iceland.

The 10th High Latitude Dust Workshop will take place in Reykjavik, Iceland, on 11-12 February 2025, in a hybrid format with in-person and online participation. This event builds upon the success of previous workshops, bringing together scientists, policymakers, and experts to share and discuss the latest research on High Latitude Dust (HLD) and its impacts on the Arctic and beyond.

The registration has been opened
  • Deadline for on-site registration: 20th January 2026.
  • Submit tentative titles by 27th January 2026, specifying oral/poster and online/onsite preference.

Read more at the event page

or directly register

The workshop is organized by:
Agricultural University of Iceland (AUI)
ICEDUST Association
Finnish Meteorological Institute (FMI)
Czech University of Life Sciences
UArctic Thematic Network on HLD

Workshop Highlights

  • Dust-Art Exhibition

  • CAMS User Engagement Session

    A dedicated session with experts from ECMWF and WMO SDS WAS, focusing on multidisciplinary discussions and innovative approaches to aerosol monitoring and modeling, particularly in Iceland.

  • Scientific Topics

Observing effects and extremes of HLD
Sources of HLD
Modelling and forecasting of HLD
Satellite detection of HLD
HLD and climate change
Relevance of HLD for society/users
Arctic aerosols and air pollution – Black carbon, firework emissions, microplastics, etc.
CAMS and users’ needs in Iceland
Dust and aerosol in art


We look forward to welcoming you in Reykjavik and online.

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