In this one-hour webinar, which is part of the Hot Topics series, Dr. Kristie Ebi, a professor at the University of Washington’s Department of Global Health and the founder of the Center for Health and the Global Environment (CHaNGE) at the School of Public Health, will explain how health adaptation and mitigation can reduce the current and projected burdens of climate-sensitive health outcomes over the short term, and examine potential emission and development scenarios into the next century. The presenter will also discuss sustainable development pathways, which could delay but not eliminate associated health burdens. By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to explain some of the health benefits associated with the key policies that aim to mitigate the effects of greenhouse gas emissions.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the major health risks of climate variability and change, including the sources of vulnerability to those risks
- Identify highly vulnerable populations domestically and globally
- Identify key interventions to promote climate-resilient and environmentally sustainable health systems
- Outline the health benefits of mitigation policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Intended Audiences
Local, state, and tribal public health practitioners
Presenter
Kristie Ebi, Ph.D., MPH
Professor, Global Health, Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, University of Washington
Discussion Questions
- What climate change mitigation policies could be implemented to protect vulnerable populations?
- What policies has your organization planned or implemented to advance climate resilience?
Resources
- Slides | Slide handout (slides available immediately before session)
- Center for Health and the Global Environment (CHaNGE)
- How climate change could make our food less nutritious | TED Talk
Continuing Education Credits
Up to 1 CPH recertification credit may be earned by viewing this webinar. Visit the National Board of Public Health Examiners to learn more.
