The Climate Overshoot Commission was convened as an independent body of thirteen
eminent global leaders in order to propose
strategies to mitigate risks should global warming exceed the 1.5 °C target. We are the first
high-level group to holistically address all approaches – emissions reduction, carbon removal, adaptation, and solar radiation modification in a comprehensive strategy, unfettered by
typical political constraints. Our members, including former heads of government, national ministers, directors of intergovernmental organizations, environmental
group leaders, and academic experts, bring a
wealth of knowledge and experience. We were
complemented by a Youth Engagement Group,
whose six members from around the world bring
both diverse expertise and the invaluable perspective of the generation that will bear the impacts of climate overshoot. Each of us speaks
in our personal capacity. Our approach is comprehensive and unconstrained, and we are privileged to be guided by three distinguished international scientists specializing in climate change
and Earth systems, ensuring our recommendations are rooted in the most recent scientific evidence.
I am confident that our collective efforts will
serve as a catalyst for meaningful action in the
face of our current climate crisis. We eagerly
anticipate your support and collaboration in debating, deciding and implementing the strategies outlined in this report. Pascal Lamy, Chair.
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