Learn from experts, professionals, and the public about the latest research on the link between climate change and health. The symposium aims to raise awareness and promote action in addressing the impact of climate change on health.
Rhode Island is the first state to reach 2 degrees Celsius of warming, and the health care sector has been assessed as one of the top five largest emitters of greenhouse gases worldwide when compared to carbon emissions of entire countries. The Rhode Island health care system and those who work within it have a unique and critical need to become more active in promoting sustainability, reducing its carbon footprint, and achieving goals for reduction of emissions. This free event is co-sponsored by The Office of Sustainability & Resiliency and The Climate Solutions Initiative at Brown University.