Climate Science Briefing Papers
The RMetS Science Engagement Committee produce a series of Climate Science Briefing Papers which clearly and concisely explain important aspects of climate science.
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How close are we to 1.5 degC or 2 degC of global warming?
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What are the benefits of reducing global CO2 emissions to net-zero by 2050?
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Tipping points in the climate system
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How will climate change affect UK heatwaves
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How Will Climate Change Impact North Atlantic Storms
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An ice-free Arctic: what could it mean for European weather?
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Understanding the impact of climate change on inland flood risk in the UK
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Detection and attribution of climate change
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Briefing Paper: El Niño and The Southern Oscillation
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Measuring the Weather for Understanding the Climate
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What do we mean by Climate Change?
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How is sea ice in the Arctic and Antarctic changing?
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Climate Sensitivity: How much warming results from increases in atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2 )?