2012 Arctic Sea Ice Extent (IMAGE) University of Colorado at Boulder Caption The extent of Arctic sea ice reached a record low in the satellite record on Aug. 26 and is expected to continue dropping for the next several weeks, according to a University of Colorado Boulder research team. Credit NSIDC, University of Colorado Boulder Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.