TiPES has 7 scientific work packages (WP) that all combine to better understand past and present tipping points in the earth system, but also aim to make sure that the knowledge is passed to politicians, the general public and other stakeholdes.
WP1: Observation based analysis of Tipping Elements and their interactions
WP2: Modelling of tipping in past climates
WP3: Analysis and modelling of Tipping Elements in future climates
WP4: From Climate Sensitivity to a general theory of Climate Response across scales
WP5: Theoretical underpinning for safe operating spaces in the presence of Tipping Points
WP6: Understand and communicate the impacts of Tipping Point uncertainties on accountable policies