# Our insights Explore the intersection of climate and health perspectives with our curated knowledge pieces. These resources are designed to assist organisations in developing and implementing initiatives that promote the convergence of climate and health goals. ## Our latest reports ## Investing in Resilient Health January 2026 I This briefing paper argues that resilient health is emerging as a high-growth, investible frontier with potential to safeguard societies against climate-health risks. It introduces climate risk as a material business exposure; identifies investible solutions in life-science, health infrastructure and heat-resilience; takes stock of enabling policy and financing trends; and introduces the Forum's new workstream on the topic. [Read the paper](https://reports.weforum.org/docs/AM26_Briefing_Investing_in_Resilient_Health.pdf) ## Building Economic Resilience to the Health Impacts of Climate Change September 2025 I Climate change is increasingly felt through its impacts on human health, with rising costs to industry, governments and communities. The global impact of climate health effects across the food and agriculture, built environment, and health and healthcare sectors could amount to at least $1.5 trillion in lost productivity by 2050. To protect their workforces, operations and growth, businesses need to make human health a pillar of resilience. [Read the report](https://www.weforum.org/publications/building-economic-resilience-to-the-health-impacts-of-climate-change/) ## More publications ### Healthcare in a Changing Climate: Investing in Resilient Solutions January 2025 I The report analyses preventable human and economic impacts of climate change across 11 diseases and conditions: malaria, dengue fever, cholera, generalized anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, stunting, hypertension, ischemic heart disease, fatalities and injuries, heat-related diseases and asthma. [Read the report](https://www.weforum.org/publications/healthcare-in-a-changing-climate-investing-in-resilient-solutions/) ### Health Impacts of Climate Change: Evidence and Role of Private Sector June 2024 I This report provides an in-depth analysis of the direct and indirect health impacts of climate change. It assesses the gaps in research and actionable guidance, and highlights opportunities for private sector intervention to improve health outcomes [Read the paper](https://www.weforum.org/publications/health-impacts-of-climate-change-the-role-of-the-private-sector/) ### Quantifying the Impact of Climate Change on Human Health September 2025 I The report emphasizes the urgent need for global emission-reduction strategies and adaptation of healthcare infrastructures, advocating for collaborative efforts to transform health systems in response to this escalating crisis. [Read the report](https://www.weforum.org/publications/quantifying-the-impact-of-climate-change-on-human-health/) ## Read more about Climate and Health ## Featured Content ### How four cities are cutting heat, pollution and health risks - and saving money Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2026/03/four-cities-leading-the-way-in-low-cost-climate-and-health-resilience/) ### Resilient health: a new investment frontier Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2026/01/resilient-health-a-new-investment-frontier/) ### Why workforce health should be at the core of every business strategy Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/09/why-workforce-health-should-be-at-the-core-of-every-business-strategy/) ### Climate change is threatening workers’ health. Here are 8 ways businesses can protect their employees Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/videos/climate_health_business/) ### Climate and health: How global healthcare can adapt to a warming world Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/09/climate-change-resilient-healthcare/) ### Why climate health will cost companies billions – and what businesses can do Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/09/climate-health-business-cost-billions/) ### In Delhi, climate change is causing informal workers to lose work. This insurance scheme pays them Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/videos/delhi_climate_change_workers/) ### 8 top organizations are combating climate change's health impacts Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2024/09/organizations-addressing-climate-changes-health-effects/) ### Climate change is affecting people’s health – here’s how the private sector can help Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2024/06/impact-of-climate-change-health-private-sector/) ### Which health areas are impacted by climate change and where is more guidance needed? Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2024/01/davos24-health-areas-impacted-climate-change-guidance/) ### Extreme heat: Why it’s a global health issue and what we can do about it When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/07/extreme-heat-heat-waves-health/) ## Case Studies *Browse case studies with filters* ### A cross-centre initiative The Climate and Health initiative is a cross-collaboration of our Centre for Health & Healthcare and Centre for Nature & Climate, thereby leveraging the ongoing efforts undertaken by each of them. [Get involved](https://initiatives.weforum.org/climate-and-health/get-involved)