Environmental Health and Climate Change

Environmental conditions have a direct influence on human health, wellbeing and health equity. This session addresses climate change, pollution, water and sanitation, environmental exposures, waste management, ecosystem disruption and strategies for building sustainable and climate-resilient communities.

Abstract Scope and Participation

Submissions may examine air, water and soil quality, environmental risk assessment, climate-related illness, occupational and community exposures, sanitation, waste systems and adaptation measures. Researchers, environmental scientists, public-health professionals, engineers, policymakers, community organizations and sustainability specialists are encouraged to participate.