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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.
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.
Developing a climate-based tool to identify dengue and leptospirosis risks in Southeast Asia
The ECOsystem MOdification and emerging infectious diseases Risk Evaluation (ECOMORE) II project helps authorities in Cambodia, Laos, Viet Nam, Myanmar and the Philippines better prevent and respond to climate-sensitive infectious disease outbreaks.
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.
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.
Operationalizing Climate-Health Governance: Rwanda’s Technical Working Group
In 2024, Rwanda’s Ministry of Health (MoH) launched a Climate Change and Health Technical Working Group (TWG) - the first national-level health sector initiative of its kind in Rwanda.
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.
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.