Reflecting on the seminar organised by the Belgian Climate Centre and the IRM-KMI on the 27th of November 2025 The seminar explored the evolving, and often contested, role of climate scientists in contemporary society, focusing on questions of activism, trust, communication, and the boundaries of scientific engagement. Beginning with the distinction between activism and radicalism, the speakers and panellists repeatedly returned to the tensions that arise when scientists step

Ten years ago, in December 2015 during the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Paris (or COP21), 195 states adopted the ‘ Paris Agreement ’. This agreement paved the way towards a decarbonised and resilient world in the face of climate change. This agreement aimed to hold ‘the increase in the global average temperature to well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels’ and pursue efforts ‘to limit the worldwide mean temperature increase to 1.5°C above pre-industrial level

The Belgian Climate Centre is seeking a Head of Department to direct its team and mission. The position seeks a candidate who combines...

Today, 15 July, marks the European Union's official day of remembrance for the victims of the global climate crisis . This date was...

This Saturday, 21 June, is # ShowYourStripes Day, and the Belgian Climate Centre is proud to be part of this growing global movement....

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change ( IPCC ) has launched a call for expert nominations to participate in two crucial,...