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The IPCC and the Need for Actionable Science

Union of Concerned Scientists

Ultimately, a 2028 timeline for the foundational reports was viewed by some delegates as unachievable or undesirable. The IPCC also decided to organize an expert meeting on carbon dioxide removal technologies. These reports will be instrumental for guiding policy decisions on specific, yet critical, areas of climate change.

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Why the IPCC 7th Assessment Matters

Union of Concerned Scientists

Many would like to see the next assessment reports completed earlier than the typical 6-7 year cycle to better align with the second UNFCCC Global Stocktake due in 2028. While the IPCC is independent of any policymaking, the outputs are critical to inform policy work. What will future meetings look like?