The COP 28 UN Climate Change Conference is taking place at the Expo City, Dubai, UAE, from 30 November until 12 December 2023. The summit aims to bring countries together to implement commitments made under the Paris Agreement and take collective action against climate change.
SCAR is organising a range of events and Antarctic researchers will be presenting at different pavilions and meetings. A full overview of events that SCAR is involved in can be found below.
All times are given in Gulf Standard Time GST (UTC+4).
UNFCCC Side Event
Sunday, 10th December, 11:30 -13:00, Room: SE Room 6
Adaptation with Loss and Damage: Facing Sea-level Rise and Mountain Freshwater Losses Above 1.5°C
When the costs of multi-generational loss and damage from cryospheric collapse are considered, a firm 1.5°C temperature limit is the inevitable conclusion. This side event explores pathways that will keep us within this non-negotiable Earth system limit, while building resilience and adaptation.
Speakers: IPCC AR6, SCAR and ICIMOD scientists, and Parties (Chile, Iceland, Liberia, Nepal, Vanuatu) from the Ambition on Melting Ice high-level group
The International Cryosphere Climate Initiative (ICCI) is once again coordinating a Cryosphere Pavilion at COP28! The Pavilion will provide space for exhibits, science-policy seminars or “side events,” and ministerial-level events, especially in conjunction with the