WDS Endorses ISC Statement: Safeguarding International Scientific Collaboration for Climate Action
The World Data System (WDS) Scientific Committee is proud to announce its endorsement of the recent statement issued by the International Science Council (ISC) and its Affiliated Bodies, “Safeguarding and Enhancing International Scientific Collaboration for Climate Action.” This call to action urges governments, funders, and the global research community to maintain strong support for international scientific research and collaboration in addressing climate change—one of humanity’s most pressing and complex challenges.
The ISC statement draws attention to mounting obstacles faced by climate researchers worldwide, including significant funding cuts, political pressures, and increasing barriers to data sharing and scientific exchange. These factors not only threaten the pace of scientific discovery but also undermine the credibility and societal value of scientific outputs.
The ISC and its partners—including WDS—reaffirm their commitment to working closely with governments, funding agencies, multilateral institutions, the broader science community, and civil society to protect scientific integrity and promote open, inclusive research environments. By supporting robust international collaboration, the statement calls for renewed investment in climate monitoring systems, greater protection for scientific outputs, and efforts to build public trust in science through transparent practices.
WDS encourages all members of the scientific community, policymakers, and stakeholders to read and share the full ISC statement: https://council.science/statements/climate-science/.