Towards a Healthier Planet: Integrated Strategies for Climate Change Mitigation/Adaptation and Public Health in National Health Systems

[Overview]
At the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), a historic first “Health Day” was held on December 3rd. During this event, the “COP28 Climate and Health Declaration” was adopted under the signatures of 143 countries, including the United Kingdom, France, and Japan.

Under these circumstances, several nations have been prompted to integrate their healthcare systems into broader national climate action strategies. The UK’s “Greener NHS,”and France’s “Feuille de route Planification écologique du système de santé” serve as pioneering blueprints. Each program outlines ambitious goals for reducing the healthcare sector’s carbon footprint, covering aspects like sustainable facilities, waste management, and innovative care models.

In this meeting, we aim to further advance the discussion on this transformation and provide a roadmap for Japan by learning from best practices and lessons offered by experts from various countries.

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