IPCC head Jim Skea defends the organization’s slow report process amid criticism and global climate crises.

Jim Skea, head of the IPCC, asserts the organization is not in crisis despite being criticized for its slow pace in publishing climate reports. He addressed issues like US withdrawal from climate cooperation and record temperatures, emphasizing the importance of the IPCC’s thorough review process that takes five to seven years. Skea highlighted the relevance of IPCC reports due to their consensus among scientists and governments, aiming to better explain recent temperature spikes in their 2028 report.