IPCC battle over climate science report
Oct 14, 2026 ยท 9m
Topics discussed
Promo for West of Centre podcast
Introduction to IPCC meeting in Ethiopia
Interview start: Mood at the conference
Explaining the IPCC review and approval process
The importance of the timeline for COP33
Global Stock Take and 2028 deadline
Arguments for delaying the publication
Canada's position and the High Ambition Coalition
Goals of the High Ambition Coalition
Why this assessment cycle is different
Increased pressure and tension among nations
The challenge of consensus-based decision making
Canada's role in protecting scientific integrity
The IPCC as the authoritative voice on climate
Shifting priorities in Canada and economic focus
Canada's domestic climate science capacity
The global role of the IPCC for data-poor nations
Stakes if consensus fails before COP33
Procedural challenges and upcoming COP31
Ensuring free communication of science
Closing remarks and credits
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