Proactive measures to address growing stressors on the Arctic environment and ecosystems are critical. The influence of human activity can be minimized. Our past has created and accelerated changes in our environment and marginalizing of our ecosystems. Restoring a more harmonious balance to nature is a herculean and monumental endeavor requiring the mutual and cooperative efforts of global partnerships. *Letter to The Honourable Maria Damanaki, European Commission for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, November 12, 2012, is a Slide Share presentation.