Authors: IPCC Working Group
Year: 2013
Publisher: Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
Abstract
This assessment report published in 2013 by Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change presents comprehensive research findings on climate science, environmental policy, and sustainability challenges.
Summary
This IPCC assessment represents the most comprehensive scientific evaluation of climate change, synthesizing research from thousands of scientists worldwide to provide authoritative analysis of climate impacts, risks, and response strategies.
Key Findings
- Human influence has unequivocally warmed the planet at an unprecedented rate
- Global surface temperature has increased by 1.1°C since 1850-1900
- Climate impacts are already widespread and intensifying
- Limiting warming to 1.5°C requires rapid, far-reaching transitions in energy, land, infrastructure and industrial systems
