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Explore the ATACH case studies library to discover country progress and lessons learned in climate and health action, including on climate-resilient and low-carbon health systems. In this library, you will find case studies from around the world showing how countries are implementing climate and health policies, programs and/or interventions, and highlighting lessons learned and recommendations to support further implementation and scaling. This library is regularly updated with new case studies from across the ATACH membership.
Featured collection: Belém Health Action Library
Explore this special collection of case studies to discover impactful actions for health system adaptation and resilience, as shared by governments, communities, academic/research institutions and international organizations for the Belém Health Action Plan.
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Navigate the list below by COP26 Health Programme commitment and region to find case studies.
Egypt: Advancing climate and health through digital resilience, leadership, and governance
In line with Egypt’s COP27 leadership, the Egyptian Healthcare Authority (EHA) launched a national sustainability drive - beginning with the first digitalization system in the public health sector. This step initiated a broader green transformation—paperless operations, water and energy efficiency, waste management, and chemical safety—leading to the Sharm El-Sheikh International Hospital becoming Egypt’s first Green Hospital.
Lao PDR: Integration of Health in NDCs
With coordination and technical support from the NDC Partnership, Lao PDR is updating its NDC 3.0 Mitigation and Adaptation Commitment which includes priority sector-specific strategies and action plans covering the 2021-2025...
A mother’s last journey: what does a death in Timor-Leste tell us about health equity and climate injustice?
Dili, Timor-Leste — The path to Gleno Health Centre winds through the green folds of Ermera’s mountains, narrow and rugged. This district, just southwest of the capital Dili and famed for its coffee and cool air, becomes a trap...
An Adaptive and Sustainable Health System for a Changing Climate in Grenada
Grenada is adapting its health system to key climate-health risks through strategic policy alignment, stakeholder engagement, capacity building, resilient infrastructure and resource mobilization.
Building Resilient Health Systems in Pakistan through Equity-Centered Adaptation
Pakistan adopts a locally-led, gender and equity-driven approach to build resilience to key climate-health risks.
Legal framework on Climate Change in the Health Care Sector of Georgia
Georgia is making strides in policy development to address health risks posed by climate change, including on extreme heat and risks to the health system.
Building National Capacity on Climate Change Adaptation for Health in Canada
The HealthADAPT program supports health authorities across Canada in building their capacity for addressing climate and health risks. The program supports with tailored approaches, stakeholder engagement, networking, health equity considerations and securing resources and data for decision-making.
Advancing Evidence-Based and Coordinated Climate Health Action in Uganda
Uganda is working to implement its Health National Adaptation Plan (HNAP) through establishing coordination mechanisms on climate and health, integrating climate data into health information systems, targeting dissemination efforts and mobilizing resources.
Health National Adaptation Plan (HNAP) Development in Iraq
Iraq has made strides in HNAP development, through consultations with key stakeholders, alignment with national and international policies, and multi-sectoral engagement.