France, May 25 -- Scientists advising G7 leaders warn that the consequences will be felt far beyond the polar region. Ahead of this year's G7 summit in France, the national science academies of the seven member countries convened to draw up recommendations on the most pressing global issues.

The Arctic topped the agenda, alongside large constellations of satellites and brain health, with joint statements issued on all three subjects.

Why the Arctic matters

Speaking to RFI English, Laurent Bopp, a member of the French Academy of Sciences and coordinator of the study group on the Arctic, said the immediate and sustained reduction of greenhouse gas emissions was the group's top priority.

"The loss of sea ice, the melting of Greenland ice...