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  • Earth system science
  • Paleoclimatology

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  • Climate tipping points represent critical thresholds where small perturbations can trigger self-perpetuating, substantial Earth system impacts.
  • Current global warming of approximately 1.1°C above preindustrial levels is approaching the lower uncertainty bounds for some tipping points.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a revised synthesis of global and regional climate tipping elements and their associated temperature thresholds.
  • To assess the risk of triggering tipping points under different global warming scenarios, including the Paris Agreement range and current policy trajectories.

Main Methods:

  • Synthesizing findings from paleoclimate records.
  • Integrating data from observational climate studies.
  • Utilizing climate model-based research.

Main Results:

  • A revised shortlist of global "core" and regional "impact" tipping elements has been identified.
  • Several tipping points may be triggered within the 1.5°C to 2°C warming range outlined in the Paris Agreement.
  • Numerous tipping points are likely to be activated at 2°C to 3°C warming, consistent with current policy projections.

Conclusions:

  • The evidence base for urgent climate change mitigation is strengthened.
  • Improved risk assessment, early warning systems, and adaptation strategies for tipping points are crucial.