Climate change is increasingly posing health challenges for cities. Extreme heat, air pollution and flooding affect the physical and mental health of urban populations. At the same time, the importance of prevention is becoming increasingly clear. Rather than focusing solely on treating illnesses, cities need to take proactive measures to identify health risks at an early stage and improve the long-term well-being of their populations.
As part of the “Cities on the Frontline” event series, the session “Resilient Cities, Reimagining Health” explores how cities can better integrate health considerations into their climate adaptation and resilience strategies. The focus will be on two innovative tools developed in collaboration with cities: the Climate x Health Impact Dashboard, which assesses the climate and health benefits of different interventions, and the Climate x Health Playbook, which provides practitioners with step-by-step guidance on integrating health into urban resilience planning.
A live demonstration will show how city teams can use these tools in practice to establish a local evidence base and translate strategies into concrete action. In addition, a panel of city representatives, public health experts and programme partners will discuss how cities can build the case for preventive action, secure investment and put these tools into practice.
The event provides a platform for international exchange and highlights how innovative tools can help cities address climate risks and public health challenges together. It underlines the importance of preventive health measures as a key component of resilient and sustainable cities.
Further information about the event and registration can be found here.