Climate change is being regarded as the single greatest threat to public health, according to the WHO. It leads to increased mortality and morbidity mediated by extreme weather events, disruptions in the food system, vector-borne diseases, and mental health issues. While healthcare systems are significantly impacted by climate change, they also contribute around 5% of global carbon emissions.
I would like to discuss how we can effectively enhance the resilience of healthcare systems against climate change impacts, while simultaneously reducing their carbon footprint. Are there potential synergies we can leverage? Or do you know of any best practice examples that successfully addressed both problems? What specific actions do we need to take?
I am very much looking forward to your ideas and thoughts!