‘…The G7 nations have a great capacity, and a great responsibility, to support research and policies for the rapid transformation that is needed as we aim for a world that is greener, safer and healthier for all.’
The G-Science Academies, chaired by the Royal Society, have launched the G7 Science Agenda, ahead of the G7 leaders’ summit, which will be hosted by the UK, in Cornwall, 11-13 June.
Scientists from the G7 nations have prepared three statements in which they set out the ‘pressing global issues,’ that they believe the G7 states need to address. The three issues are: creating a net-zero climate resilient future, reversing biodiversity loss and data for international health emergencies. The statements will be discussed within the UK Government ahead of the summit.
Sir Adrian Smith, President of the Royal Society commented; ‘Taking action to handle the major environmental crises that exacerbate inequality and threaten humanity’s future must start with the G7 Governments.’
Sir Adrian added; ‘To drive the pipeline of big science ideas and technologies, the world’s scientists will need to be supported to collaborate and pursue many different paths. The G7 nations have a great capacity, and a great responsibility, to support research and policies for the rapid transformation that is needed as we aim for a world that is greener, safer and healthier for all.’
During May 2021, the Royal Society will publish its definitive science priorities for an international and domestic UK climate technology roadmap.
The annual G-Science Academies’ meeting began during 2015 and has become a major platform through which the Royal Society collaborates with other leading science academies.
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