Representatives from nearly 200 countries are meeting in Hangzhou, China, for a week to negotiate the next major UN climate science report by the IPCC. The meeting follows the confirmation that 2024 is the hottest year on record. UN Environment Programme chief Inger Andersen emphasized the urgency for ambitious outcomes, while IPCC Chair Jim Skea called it a pivotal session. The upcoming report will compile global climate science into three parts and is currently set for release in 2029, though some countries are advocating for an earlier timeline. Tensions are expected as countries debate the timing, with some arguing for a quicker release and others cautioning against rushing the process. The US delegation's participation has been affected by the Trump administration's withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)