Climate change and its many consequences – an increase in destructive weather phenomena, population displacement, tensions over access to resources, biodiversity issues, etc. – require a multidisciplinary scientific response. – require a multidisciplinary scientific response.

Faced with the climate imperative, and in order to pursue the IPCC’s recommendation to limit global warming to 1.5°C compared with the pre-industrial era, there is an urgent need in the coming decade to commit to mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and to adapting. The Transition Institute 1.5, created two years ago, is Mines Paris – PSL’s response to this complex context.

We would like to extend our warmest thanks to all the contributors who took part in writing our very first Activity Report.