Bridging gap between scientists and the public is ‘top priority’ to solve climate crisis, campaigners warn

Closing the divide between climate research and the needs of the public should be a leading priority in the fight to reduce the climate crisis in the next 12 months, green campaigners have urged. Ending Cop27’s Saudi Green Initiative, the campaigners gave their “sustainability do list” for the next 12 months as the world battles with the impacts of climate change. “I will be first thinking about research and focusing on a specific problem going through previous studies and customising them to align with our goal and what we're working towards.” Ms Alghamdi also emphasised the importance of cross-sector participation to implement climate initiatives, adding that “scientists cannot do it alone.” Scientists cannot do it alone, the campaigners said Balqees AlShareef also called for a greater focus on research over the next 12 months, particularly on the transition into green energy. “I think this would be my top priority.” Ms Alghamdi lamented that the gap between “climate scientists in the lab and the public” needed to be closed to ensure studies and findings are being acted upon in beneficial ways. When asked what action they would take “urgently” to address climate issues, the pair said having an independent environmental watchdog that would operate in the private sector could help keep closer track of climate targets.