The IPCC has initiated its session in Hangzhou, China, with over 400 delegates from 195 governments participating to outline timelines and budgets for important climate reports. Key discussions will include the IPCC’s Seventh Assessment Report and methodologies for carbon management technologies. Significant emphasis is placed on the tangible implications of climate change as global temperatures rise.

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has commenced its week-long session in Hangzhou, China, engaging over 400 delegates from 195 member governments. This session will focus on the timelines and budgets for four crucial reports concerning climate change assessment. The IPCC comprises three working groups addressing different aspects: Working Group I focuses on the physical science basis, Working Group II examines impacts, adaptation, and vulnerability, while Working Group III concentrates on mitigation methods.

IPCC Chair Jim Skea emphasized the significance of this session, declaring it pivotal for delivering the IPCC’s Seventh Assessment Report. During the opening ceremony, China’s Special Envoy for Climate Change, Liu Zhenmin, and the Administrator of the China Meteorological Administration, Chen Zhenlin, welcomed attendees and observers, highlighting the collaborative effort against climate change.

WMO Deputy Secretary-General Ko Barrett stated, “The findings of our work are not just academic; they serve as a guiding compass for governments as they navigate the complexities of climate change.” She lamented the harsh reality of climate impacts as global temperatures reached approximately 1.55°C above pre-industrial levels, marking 2024 as a record year for warmth. Barrett added awareness of extreme weather events would become personal for many.

The session will also deliberate the Methodology Report on Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies, Carbon Capture Utilization, and Storage. Additionally, the IPCC operates a Task Force on National Greenhouse Gas Inventories, which develops methodologies for emissions measurement and removals. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) co-sponsor the IPCC, which assesses extensive scientific literature to encapsulate insights on climate change drivers, impacts, future risks, and strategies to diminish those risks.

The IPCC’s session in Hangzhou underscores the urgency of addressing climate change through collaborative assessments and strategies. The discussions will guide nations in their climate action efforts, highlighting the interconnectedness of scientific research and policy-making. As extreme weather events become increasingly prevalent, the findings presented by the IPCC will serve as essential tools for understanding and mitigating climate change impacts.

Original Source: wmo.int

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