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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 02/09/2026

@unep.org report on Limiting Overshoot: There are no good outcomes in overshooting and remaining above 1.5°C We need rapid near-term action to limit overshoot magnitude and duration and the damage it will cause for people and the Earth – including the cryosphere www.unep.org/resources/li... ❄️🧪🌊

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 12/08/2026

📣Announcement: ICCI are happy to announce that applications for #COP31 Cryosphere Pavilion side events and early career scientist volunteers are now open! More information: iccinet.org/cop31-cryosp... The deadline for applications is Monday, August 31. We hope to see many of you in Antalya!

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 18/06/2026

Under the banner of ‘Friends of Science’, in an overflowing press conference at SB64, diplomats from Fiji, Nepal, the EU, Switzerland, Sierra Leone and Panama vowed to ensure that decision-making in the UN climate process remains based on the “best available science”. @climatechangenews.com 🔗 ⬇️

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 13/06/2026

Yesterday, ICCI had the privilege of co-moderating two sessions at the Dialogue on Mountains and Climate Change at #SB64. Mountains are of global importance. Their glaciers and snowpack regulate river flow, support agriculture and livelihoods, and store freshwater that billions of people depend on.

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 01/05/2026

Three formal work streams were agreed in the closing plenary: 1. Roadmap to TAFF addressing the gaps in current NDC and energy supply frameworks 2. Reform macroeconomic architecture sustaining fossil fuel dependency 3. Reorientation of trade and investment systems toward full decarbonization

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 01/05/2026

Grounding this work in science is not a procedural detail. It is the mechanism by which political commitments are held in alignment with the latest science, and supporting communities whose water, food, and coastlines depend on the pace of that transition.

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 01/05/2026

A science panel will provide independent guidance to the transition process, led by Professors Carlos Nobre (University of São Paulo) and Johan Rockström (PIK). Released at Santa Marta: 400+ scientists developed a report on how to transition away from fossil fuels energy-transition-science.org

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 01/05/2026

A Second Conference will convene in 2027, co-hosted by Tuvalu 🇹🇻 and Ireland 🇮🇪 – two island nations, geographically and economically separate and facing different climate risks, yet united through the urgency of global energy policy. For countries like Tuvalu, such policy is a lifeline for survival.

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 01/05/2026

57 countries gathered in Santa Marta for the first-ever conference dedicated to transitioning away from fossil fuels, and here are three key takeaways from the closing plenary 🧵

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 29/04/2026

For the first time, countries, communities, and civil society convened outside formal UN climate talks with a single focus – the practical delivery of the fossil fuel transition. After six day of meetings, the closing plenary in Santa Marta is now underway! transitionawayconference.com

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 28/04/2026

Today, scientists and researchers released the Santa Marta Action Repertoire (SMART), the culmination of over five months of work. It presents 12 core insights from 16 work streams that will be shared with governments at the High-Level Segment (Tue-Wed), followed by a synthesis report. Link below!

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 22/04/2026

Happy #EarthDay! 🌍 Today we are launching a white paper on Barriers to Glaciers-Related Financing. As temperatures continue to rise, finance will be needed to respond to the impact of glacier loss on mountain 🗻 and water 🧊 ecosystems. iccinet.org/glacier-fina...

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 30/03/2026

2026 Arctic sea ice maximum ties with record-breaking low set in 2025. This year’s maximum sea ice extent likely occurred on March 15, reaching only 14.29 million km2. This is the smallest maximum in the 48-year satellite record, falling about 20,000 km2 lower than 2025. @nsidc.bsky.social

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 25/02/2026

Also on today's program: 🗓️ Funding Innovation, Equity & New Models 🗓️ Research to Action: Flagship Initiatives & Implementation Each panel brought together scientists, Indigenous leaders, and policymakers from across the globe to collaboratively build stronger climate action. #PolarSymposium2026

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 25/02/2026

The first panel addressed "International Collaboration in Times of Uncertainty" — how polar research partnerships can adapt and endure in a complex geopolitical landscape. Pam Pearson moderated 📌 Panelists: H.E. David Balton, Dr. Sara Olsvig, Dr. Antje Boetius, Dr. Burcu Ozsoy & Dr. Anil Mishra.

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 25/02/2026

Today is the opening day of the 2026 Monaco Polar Symposium from Feb 25-27. The key focus: actionable steps to translate polar research into climate action 🧊 We will share more about the program, panels, and key moments throughout the week! #Cryosphere #ClimateAction

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 30/01/2026

How can cryosphere science shape climate policy? AMI Chief Science Advisor Dr. James Kirkham explains how cryosphere science can inform UN climate negotiations, build political ambition, and help protect melting snow and ice at a critical moment for climate action. www.youtube.com/watch?v=oyfD...

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 15/12/2025

Globally: Glacier loss under 1.5°C is projected to peak around 2040, maxing out at ~2,000 glaciers lost per year. Peak glacier loss under 4.0°C would culminate in the mid-2050s at ~4,000 glaciers per year, equivalent to losing the entire glacier population of the European Alps in just one year.

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 15/12/2025

Over 45,000 glaciers in the western US and Canada will shrink by 70% by 2100 even if global temperature rise is limited to 1.5°C. Their loss rises to 90% under 2.7°C. In central Europe, about 87% of today’s 3,000 glaciers will disappear under 1.5°C, but they almost completely vanish under 2.7°C.

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 15/12/2025

Rising temperatures could to lead to the loss of thousands of glaciers per year, with up to ~4,000 vanishing annually under high emissions. 1.5°C could halve this loss 🧵 @landervt.bsky.social @harryzeko.bsky.social @matthias-huss.bsky.social @davidrounce.bsky.social @lilianschuster.bsky.social

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 10/12/2025

Join us at UNEA-7 this Thursday Dec. 11 on International Mountain Day: Moderated by @unep.org's Mr. Lewis Pugh, the event will focus on cryosphere changes, regional solutions for mountain ecosystems, and frameworks for assessing losses of biodiversity and ecosystem services. 🔗 Livestream below!

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 22/11/2025

Reflections on COP30 Global Mutirão final decision text:

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 19/11/2025

Tomorrow at #COP30 and online @rahmstorf.bsky.social will present latest AMOC science & potential impacts of shutdown The event will be chaired by Minister Johannsson of Iceland and will include perspectives from representatives of Ireland, UK, Canada, and Finland iccinet.org/cop30-cryosp... 🧪🌊

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 19/11/2025

For anyone at #COP30 today or online, the Cryosphere Pavilion is hosting a quiz at 6.30 pm today! Come and test how much you know about the Earth's frozen regions and their relevance for the negotiations happening live in Belem!

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 18/11/2025

Week 2 of the #COP30 Cryosphere Pavilion is underway! Key themes include thresholds and tipping points (Monday), adaptation in alpine glacier regions (Tuesday), ice sheets and sea-level rise (Wednesday), sea ice (Thursday), and pathways to 1.5°C (Friday). Full schedule iccinet.org/cop30-cryosp...

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 15/11/2025

Next week’s themes include: •⁠ ⁠Thresholds & Tipping Points – Nov. 17 •⁠ ⁠Glaciers & Snow Financing – Nov. 18 •⁠ ⁠Ice Sheets – Nov. 19 •⁠ ⁠Sea Ice – Nov. 20 •⁠ ⁠Feasible Pathways to 1.5°C – Nov. 21 Full Cryosphere Pavilion schedule: iccinet.org/cop30-cryosp... See you on Monday for Week 2!

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 15/11/2025

Week 1 of #COP30 is a wrap in Belém. Today’s events highlighted global links between glaciers, water security, climate finance, and ecosystem resilience — from Andes adaptation and glacier-risk financing to Amazon-cryosphere connections. Missed an event? All sessions available at: lnkd.in/g4xgPcgf

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 14/11/2025

HAPPENING TODAY The Perils of Ignoring Science and 1.5°C at #COP30: Tipping Points in the Cryosphere, Their Impacts & How to Avoid Them 📍 COP30 Blue Zone, Side Event Room 9, Area C ⏰ 15:00-16:30 BRT, Nov. 14 Dr. Chris Stokes, Dr. James Kirkham, Dr. Bill Hare, Dr. Norma Shorty, Dr. Al-Saiful Islam

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 13/11/2025

⬇️ LAUNCHED TODAY ⬇️ State of the Cryosphere Report 2025 Over 50 leading cryosphere scientists warn that current climate commitments, leading the world to well over 2°C, spell disaster for billions from global ice loss – but that damage can still be prevented. Read here: iccinet.org/statecryo25/

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 13/11/2025

Happening now! Annual report on 2025 updates in Earth's frozen regions finds concerning losses over the past decade, and much larger preventable losses this century based on decisions made at UN climate summit #COP30 and beyond. @geogdurham.bsky.social @iies.su.se @bolincentre.bsky.social @awi.de

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 13/11/2025

Information for journalists at COP30: TODAY 6:30pm, Thurs Nov. 13 | Media briefing on the State of the Cryosphere Report 2025 and its relevance for COP30 negotiations. Join in person or online: www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_Gw... 🚨 Cryosphere Pavilion (left of main hallway, behind UNFCCC Pavilion)

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 13/11/2025

The COP30 Cryosphere Pavilion will host more three dozen side events over the next two weeks. Our team of Early Career Scientists (all PhD and postdoctoral level) will help introduce speakers and explain the latest science. Join in person or watch virtually! ❄️ youtube.com/@iccinet

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 13/11/2025

Happening now at the #COP30 Cryosphere Pavilion! Warming of 1.5°C is Too High for Polar Ice Sheets ➡️ Join live: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzkW... "Ice sheet contributions to sea-level rises have quadrupled since he 1990s, even under 1.2°C of warming," says Dr. Chris Stokes @geogdurham.bsky.social

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 13/11/2025

Welcome to Day 3 of #COP30! Today’s focus: Polar Oceans 🌊❄️ Policy experts, scientists & Indigenous voices highlighted how safeguarding the cryosphere is vital to keeping 1.5°C within reach and ensuring a stable climate for all. #Cryosphere #ClimateAction #Arctic #Glaciers #OceanProtection

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 12/11/2025

This morning’s session at the #COP30 Cryosphere Pavilion discussed the impacts of black carbon in the Arctic. Updated emissions data and improved atmospheric modeling highlight why rapid reductions in black carbon remain essential for effective Arctic and global climate policy. Full schedule below!

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 02/08/2025

Here are some photos from last year's Cryosphere Pavilion. Key topics – including ice sheets and sea-level rise, mountain glaciers and snow, permafrost, sea ice, and polar oceans – were featured in more than 70 side events. Our team of ECS volunteers helped ensure everything ran smoothly.

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 01/08/2025

Calling all Early Career Scientists! We are offering an opportunity to bring your science to policymakers #COP30 by volunteering at the 2025 Cryosphere Pavilion! Applications close Monday, September 1: iccinet.org/cop30-cryosp... Please share widely!

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 22/07/2025

“That world is within reach, but it won’t happen on its own. Not fast enough. Not fair enough. It is up to us. This is our moment of opportunity.” Watch the full special address here: www.youtube.com/live/4yYpxMi...

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 22/07/2025

To save the cryosphere, we need to speed up the transition from fossil fuels in this year’s NDCs at COP30 🇧🇷 UNSG António Guterres delivered a landmark special address and launched a new report this morning: www.un.org/en/climatech...

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 26/06/2025

Antarctic and Southern Ocean stability is critical not only for the polar ice sheet but also global ecosystems and communities We are attending #ATCM47 as part of ASOC, the Antarctic and Southern Ocean Coalition, providing scientific advice to inform decision making 🇦🇶 @antarcticasouth.bsky.social

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 25/06/2025

Today ICCI's Antarctic Director shared the latest science in #ATCM discussions, stating that geoengineering is not a solution to Antarctic ice loss. She stressed the need to avoid exploiting sensitive Antarctic environments as a means to experiment with geoengineering interventions.

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 23/06/2025

Today is the first day of the 47th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting, held in Milan 🇮🇹 from June 23-July 3. It will take place alongside the 27th meeting of the #CEP. An important issue: the risk of multi-meter sea level rise if critical thresholds in the Antarctic Ice Sheet system are crossed.

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 19/06/2025

Amid Melting Glaciers, G7 Looks Down Meeting in the heart of Canada's glacier country during a year dedicated to glacier preservation and the next round of climate commitments, it can only be called a tragic miss that G7 leaders failed to address climate change. 📸 Dick Hoskins, Northern Rockies

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 17/06/2025

Starting in 30 minutes! Authors of the following papers will explain key findings at the SB meetings in Bonn: Warming of 1.5 °C is too high for polar ice sheets lnkd.in/g9jNwnnq Glacier preservation doubled by limiting warming to 1.5°C versus 2.7°C lnkd.in/g6taFUc3 📽️ unfccc.int/event/icci-t...

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 16/06/2025

Tune in this morning for the opening of the June UN Climate Meetings #SB62 in Bonn 🇺🇳 The meetings drive forward progress on key issues and prepare decisions for adoption at COP30 in November. UNFCCC Executive Secretary Simon Stiell will be giving an opening speech: youtube.com/live/N2co8huVN

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 30/05/2025

Today, ICCI are attending the High Level International Conference on Glaciers Preservation in Dushanbe. Opening the conference, the President if Tajikistan stressed that "Glaciers preservation is not just the problem of countries with glaciers, it is a global crisis and requires a global response"

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 23/05/2025

❄️The High-level International Conference on Glaciers' Preservation is happening in one week in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, May 29-31. dushanbeicgp2025.com Building momentum during #IYGP2025, speakers will highlight how mitigation is key to preserving global snowpack and glaciers. Program linked above.

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 20/05/2025

⏰ The early registration deadline is July 15th. Early registration is strongly encouraged, especially for those who need a letter of invitation or would like to inquire about travel support. Some travel support is available, especially for ECSs and speakers. cryosphereworkshop.org/en/registrat...

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 20/05/2025

Registration is now open for the International Workshop on Cryosphere and Climate Change: 📍 Stockholm University, Sweden 🗓️ 26-29 August 2025 Register today at cryosphereworkshop.org/en/ More information about the program and goals of the workshop can be found below.

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International Cryosphere Climate Initiative @iccinet.org · 16/05/2025

The dialogue is named after Mt. Everest 🏔️, the highest natural landmark on Earth and tallest witness of unfolding global events. Full program: sagarmathasambaad.org/programme Twelve parallel sessions will also be taking place, outlined below: sagarmathasambaad.org/conceptnote

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