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Have you ever heard of the IPCC? This international scientific panel produces reports showing how even a 1.1°C rise in Earth’s temperature can lead to major risks such as severe flooding, crop failure, and forest fires. The IPCC, or Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, is a global scientific reference that helps the world understand the current climate situation and the steps that need to be taken.
The IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) was established in 1988 by the WMO (World Meteorological Organization) and UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme). Unlike research institutions, the IPCC does not conduct its own studies. Its role is to collect, review, and synthesize thousands of scientific studies from around the world and then present them in the form of assessment reports.
These reports serve as the main reference for governments, policymakers, and the public to gain a comprehensive understanding of climate change, including its causes, impacts, and the various mitigation and adaptation options available.
One of the most well-known IPCC reports is the Special Report on Global Warming of 1.5°C (2018). This report emphasized that even small temperature increases can have significant consequences for the planet. It also became an important reference for strengthening global commitments to the Paris Agreement. To this day, it remains one of the most cited documents for highlighting the urgency of global climate action.
In addition, the IPCC publishes Assessment Reports (AR) every 6–7 years. Its most recent report, AR6, shows that global temperatures have already risen about 1.1°C compared to pre-industrial levels. It warns that the window to keep temperature rise below 1.5°C is rapidly closing, requiring faster and more ambitious mitigation and adaptation measures.
The findings of the IPCC have had a major influence on global climate policy. From the birth of the Paris Agreement to more than 140 countries setting Net Zero Emission targets, all of these developments stem from the scientific scenario analyses provided by the IPCC.
For Indonesia, IPCC reports are highly relevant. As a country with vast tropical forests often referred to as one of the lungs of the Earth, Indonesia plays an important role in protecting the global climate. At the same time, the country is highly vulnerable to risks such as floods, forest fires, and rising sea levels.
Therefore, IPCC findings are used as references in various national strategic policies, including:
At Jejakin, we also refer to various data sources, including the IPCC, as references for emission factors and Global Warming Potential (GWP). These data are used to calculate Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions as well as carbon sequestration in carbon projects. With this data-driven approach, individuals, businesses, and governments can manage their carbon footprint more transparently.
The role of the IPCC has become even more relevant in the digital era. Climate analysis today not only relies on field research but is also enhanced by technologies such as satellite data, AI-based modeling, and IoT sensors. These innovations help climate scientists produce more detailed, faster, and more accurate insights into climate conditions.
With technological support, IPCC reports are increasingly able to capture the real dynamics of climate change and provide scientific references that are responsive to policymakers worldwide.
The IPCC is not just a scientific panel but a global foundation reminding us that even the smallest temperature rise can have major impacts. Through its reports, the IPCC helps nations, businesses, and societies make wiser decisions for the future.
For us in Indonesia, learning from the IPCC means understanding how everyday actions from reducing our carbon footprint to supporting renewable energy can make a real contribution to the global effort against the climate crisis.
So, start your small step today. You can contribute by planting trees with Jejakin by visiting www.event.jejakin.app, or simply share this article so more people become aware of the importance of the IPCC for the future of our planet.
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