Table of Contents

Summary for policymakers; Question 1; Question 2; Question 3; Question 4; Question 5; Question 6; Question 7; Question 8; Question 9; Annexe A. Authors and expert reviewers; Annexe B. Glossary of terms; Annexe C. Acronyms, abbreviations, and units; Annexe D. Scientific, technical, and socio-economic questions selected by the panel.

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