We were wrong — worst effects of climate change can be avoided, say experts | News | The Times & The Sunday Times
Author: Ben Webster, Environment Editor
Description: The worst impacts of climate change can still be avoided, senior scientists have said after revising their previous predictions.The world has warmed more slowly

Our site uses cookies. By continuing to use our site you are agreeing to our cookies policy.

Accept and close
Subscription Notification
We have noticed that there is an issue with your subscription billing details. Please update your billing details here
Please update your billing information
The subscription details associated with this account need to be updated. Please update your billing details here to continue enjoying your subscription.
Your subscription will end shortly
Please update your billing details here to continue enjoying your access to the most informative and considered journalism in the UK.

## Accessibility Links

Skip to content
Wednesday September 20 2017
Subscribe Log in
Read the full article
Just register a few details.
Get access

# We were wrong — worst effects of climate change can be avoided, say experts

Scientists admit that world is warming more slowly than predicted

Ben Webster, Environment Editor

September 19 2017, 12:01am, The Times

The new assessment is good news for small island states, such as Tuvalu, which could be inundated by rising seas if the average temperature rose by more than 1.5CAFP/Getty Images

The worst impacts of climate change can still be avoided, senior scientists have said after revising their previous predictions.

The world has warmed more slowly than had been forecast by computer models, which were “on the hot side” and overstated the impact of emissions, a new study has found. Its projections suggest that the world has a better chance than previously claimed of meeting the goal set by the Paris agreement on climate change to limit warming to 1.5C above pre-industrial levels.

The study, published in the journal Nature Geoscience, makes clear that rapid reductions in emissions will still be required but suggests that the world has more time to make the changes.

Michael Grubb, professor of international energy and climate change at University College…

You are now logged out

## Your choice of two articles a week

Unlock quality journalism on the topics that you decide matter most.

Register now

## Or enjoy full digital access

Subscribe to The Digital Pack for just £1 a week for 8 weeks.

Subscribe today

Already a member? Log in

Stay well-informed
Receive complimentary access to two articles from The Times and The Sunday Times every week
Get access now

No credit card required

I’m OK thanks