IPCC Special Report on the Ocean and Cryosphere

The IPCC Special Report on the Ocean and Cryosphere examines how climate change is impacting Earth's oceans, glaciers, ice sheets, and frozen regions. It highlights rising sea levels, increased ocean acidity, loss of sea ice, and melting glaciers, which threaten coastal communities, ecosystems, and global climate patterns. The report emphasizes that human activities are accelerating these changes and underscores the urgent need for emission reductions to protect these vital natural systems. Overall, it provides a comprehensive assessment of the current state and future risks of the frozen and water-covered parts of our planet.