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Explore options to boost the influence of UN decision-making through science-backed strategies. Learn how structures like the IPCC, CST, and STRP can enhance credibility, engage policymakers, and garner public support.
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Science-based decision making: Options for increasing the impact of UN decision making and scientific support to the political process Lynn Wagner IISD
IPCC Envy • Credibility of findings • Ability to influence policy makers • Ability to generate public support for action • Could IPCC respond to questions from other MEAs?
Other Structures and Models • UNCCD Committee on Science and Technology (CST) • Ad Hoc Panels • Group of Experts • Conference format
Other Structures and Models • Ramsar Convention on Wetlands Scientific and Technical Review Panel (STRP) • 13 members appointed by an Oversight Committee • Identifies and addresses new and emerging issues • Publishes reviews, assessments and methodologies
Other Structures and Models • CBD Subsidiary Body on Scientific, Technical and Technological Advice (SBSTTA) • Meeting of past, current and future SBSTTA Chairs