Publications

The evolution of the Shared Socioeconomic Pathways will be grounded in rigorous, transparent scientific exchange. A formal academic channel to host this dialogue will be established to ensure the development of the next generation of scenarios is subject to critical debate and community review. The objective is to create a recognized space—whether through dedicated journal collections, open-review platforms, or other scholarly mechanisms—where the rationale for new framework elements can be tested and refined publicly.

This is not merely a documentation process, but an active, peer-reviewed conversation regarding the future of global scenarios. The global research community is invited to engage in this exchange, contributing independent analysis and diverse perspectives to help build a consensus that is scientifically sound and broadly representative. As the structure of this forum is finalized, further details will be provided here on how to submit contributions and participate in the review process.