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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.
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.
Monitoring and surveillance of climate risks on health in Mozambique
Mozambique is developing climate services for health focusing on key climate-sensitive diseases identified as part of its Vulnerability and Adaptation assessment and included in its Health National Adaptation Plan.
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.
National Heatwave Plan to reduce heat-health risks in the Netherlands
The Dutch National Heatwave Plan has helped people in the Netherlands become more aware of the heat-associated health risks and reduce the risk of heat-related deaths. The plan combines real-time forecasts to tiered public-health action, with engagement of key partners in the process.
Climate Resilient Infrastructure for Basic Services (CRIBS) in Nigeria
Nigeria adopts a partnership approach to developing and scaling climate resilient and environmentally sustainable primary health care and education facilities.