IPCC Plans Climate Assessment Amid Global Concerns

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is set to meet in Hangzhou, China, to discuss the timeline for its Seventh Assessment Report, amidst concerns about delays following the U.S. withdrawal from the process. The European Union, the UK, and climate-vulnerable nations have emphasized the need for timely contributions to ensure the report is ready for the 2028 Paris Agreement stocktake, where countries will assess their climate efforts. The absence of U.S. scientists due to the Trump administration's policies raises concerns about the report's completion, which is critical for addressing the climate crisis. The EU's climate chief and 17 countries have called for evidence-based decisions to mitigate climate change impacts. Meanwhile, Elon Musk's push to eliminate perceived wasteful spending in federal climate initiatives has further strained U.S. involvement. Critics argue that these developments jeopardize global climate action efforts.