WHO releases framework for development of climate-resilient, low-carbon health systems

The World Health Organization (WHO) unveiled a new framework on Thursday for building climate-resilient and low-carbon health systems to strengthen their climate resilience and decarbonize depending on their capacities.

According to the international organization, it is designed to enhance health systems’ resilience while reducing greenhouse gas emissions to help safeguard health communities worldwide.

The framework is intended mainly for public health professionals and managers to help guide decision-makers in other health-determining sectors such as nutrition, water and sanitation, and emergency management.