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The Middle East and North Africa, which already include some of the hottest and driest spots on Earth, are undergoing accelerated climate change and will reach warming thresholds two to three decades earlier than the rest of the world, a new study reports. By 2100, parts of the Arabian Peninsula could experience up to 9 degrees Celsius (16.2 degrees Fahrenheit) of warming. The region, which already has record-breaking summer temperatures, is currently close to exceeding 2 degrees Celsius (3.6 degrees Fahrenheit) of warming on average compared to pre-industrial temperatures. Additional warming in the region could make some areas uninhabitable without adaption measures. “When we talk about the Paris Agreement, we say that we should try to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, and that we should not exceed two degrees Celsius,” said Abdul Malik, a climate scientist at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology and the study’s lead author. “But in parts of the Middle East and North Africa, warming has already surpassed 1.5 and 2 degrees Celsius.” Read the story: https://lnkd.in/g76tFPa4

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AGU is excited to attend #COP29 as an official observer organization! ?? As we connect with the global community at COP29, we want to spotlight the inspiring members of our community who are contributing to climate solutions. Meet Caitlin G., an Associate Professor at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C., and one of our COP29 spotlights. Caitlin’s work centers on resilience-focused research in water, food and energy systems, combining science and policy to develop sustainable infrastructure solutions. ?? Here’s more from Caitlin about her journey and insights: Q: What brings you to COP29? A: As head of delegation for George Washington University, I’m here to track finance discussions, drawing from my experience in Department of State finance negotiations. Q: If you could have dinner with anyone at COP29, who would it be? A: I’d love to hear from the in-the-trenches negotiators from major countries—career diplomats who bring expertise and a nuanced understanding of global climate accords. Q: Have you contributed to any global climate reports? A: Yes, I’ve been an active member of the Global Adaptation Mapping Initiative, contributing key insights on climate adaptation to IPCC assessments with peer-reviewed studies. ?? Learn more about AGU’s involvement at COP29 and connect with our delegation: agu.org/agu-at-cop

?? AGU is thrilled to attend #COP29 as an official observer organization, and we’re excited to spotlight the inspiring work of our community members advancing climate solutions. Today, we’re featuring Dr. Ferdinand GUENDEHOU, a researcher in Environmental Management at the Applied Ecology Laboratory, University of Abomey Calavi in Benin (West Africa)! ?? Here’s more from Dr. Guendehou on his work, motivations and insights: Q: Describe what you do in 25 words or less A: My research focuses on sustainable solutions to mitigate climate change impacts on ecosystems and human health, with an emphasis on air quality management. Q: What brings you to COP29? A: I’m here to share knowledge, collaborate with global experts, and advocate for stronger policies to address the urgent threats of climate change on human health and the environment. Q: If you could have dinner with anyone at COP29, who would it be? A: I’d love to meet Dr. Anthony Fauci to discuss the intersection of public health and environmental sustainability. Q: What emerging trends or technologies excite you in your field? A: I’m enthusiastic about advances in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and IoT solutions to protect ecosystems in the face of climate change. Q: What recent scientific discovery fascinates you? A: The potential of carbon dioxide removal technologies to reduce atmospheric concentrations and mitigate climate impacts is incredibly promising. Q: A message for students at COP29? A: Act urgently! Your voices are crucial in shaping a sustainable future. Interdisciplinary collaboration enriches all fields. ?? Learn more about AGU’s involvement at COP29 and connect with our delegation: agu.org/agu-at-cop

?? AGU is thrilled to attend #COP29 as an official observer organization, and we’re spotlighting inspiring community members leading the way in climate solutions. Meet Dr. Paulo Artaxo, Professor of Physics at the University of S?o Paulo in Brazil! ?? Here’s more from Dr. Artaxo on his work, insights, and contributions: ? Q: Describe what you do in 25 words or less? A: I specialize in understanding how tropical forests influence global climate. ?? ? Q: What brings you to ?? #COP29? A: I’m here to stay informed on the latest climate change policies and science. ?? ? Q: Have you contributed to any global climate reports? A: Yes, I’ve contributed to the last four IPCC assessments, the IPCC Land Report, and the GEO-6 report. ?? Q: If you could have ??? dinner with anyone at #COP29, who would it be? A: I’d like to meet fellow scientists or journalists working in tropical forest research. ?? ?? Learn more about AGU’s involvement at COP29 and connect with our delegation: agu.org/agu-at-cop

As interest grows in geoengineering to tackle global warming, an ethical framework for research is needed as a guide to responsible decision-making and inclusive dialogue. Read the framework and learn how researchers, funders, policymakers, and others can use it: https://lnkd.in/gNdwGktg

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?? AGU is excited to attend #COP29 as an official observer organization, and we’re spotlighting inspiring community members who are making an impact in climate solutions. Meet Maria Vincenza (aka Cinzia) Chiriacò, a researcher at CMCC and member of the Italian Delegation! ?? Here’s more from Cinzia on her work, insight and goals at COP29: Q: Describe what you do in 25 words or less. A: I'm an expert in the land sector, focusing on carbon removal and storage in forests and agricultural soils to support climate neutrality targets. Q: What brings you to COP29? A: As part of the Italian Delegation, I’m here as a negotiator to address land-based carbon removals and their contribution to Net-Zero targets within Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. Q: If you could have dinner with anyone at COP29, who would it be? A: I’d choose to dine with a leader in climate negotiations to discuss and shape solutions for meaningful mitigation and adaptation outcomes. ?? Learn more about AGU’s involvement at COP29 and connect with our delegation: agu.org/agu-at-cop

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