Limiting Global Warming to 1.5 - 2.0°C: A Necessary and Unique Role for Health Professionals

Limiting Global Warming to 1.5 - 2.0°C: A Necessary and Unique Role for Health Professionals

Explore the critical role of health professionals in addressing climate change through this 58-minute lecture by Dr. Ed Maibach. Discover why climate change and fossil fuel consumption are considered the world's primary public health threat. Learn about the unique and potentially crucial position health professionals hold in fostering public and political support for climate solutions. Gain insights into the intersection of public health and environmental sustainability, and understand the importance of limiting global warming to 1.5 - 2.0◦ C. Examine the responsibilities and opportunities for healthcare practitioners to contribute to climate action and influence policy decisions.