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Project Code [2025-CE-1296]
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Project title
IPCC Chapter Scientist - Special Report on Climate and Cities
Primary Funding Agency
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
Maynooth University (MU)
Lead Applicant
Peter Thorne
Project Abstract
The Special report on climate and cities is the only special report in the AR7 cycle. It will provide a timely assessment of the latest science related to climate change and cities, including climate impacts and risks, as well as adaptation and mitigation solutions that can be taken to minimize them.
It shall assess all aspects of cities and climate change and will have the following structure:
• Summary for Policymakers
• Technical Summary
• Chapter 1: Cities in the context of climate change: framing of the report
• Chapter 2: Cities in a changing climate: trends, challenges and opportunities
• Chapter 3: Actions and solutions to reduce urban risks and emissions
• Chapter 4: How to facilitate and accelerate change
• Chapter 5: Solutions by city types and regions
Research Hub
Addressing Climate Change Evidence Needs
Initial Projected Completion Date
31/03/2027