Members in Action & Blog
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A Conversation with Dr. Lisa Patel
Executive Director Dr. Lisa Patel recently spoke with CuraLink about her journey into climate activism, why climate change will be the single greatest determinant for a child born today, and what steps each of us can take to get involved.
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November 2023 Champion
How Dr. Earl Stewart responds to climate change has been shaped by his experience in the Climate and Health Equity Fellowship.
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October 2023 Champion
Sanjiv Godse wants to treat children’s lungs and the air that goes in them. His approach combines his love of the outdoors with his career as a doctor.
Latest News
Press Release: Consortium and NACHC Launch New Resources to Advance Climate Resilience in Health Centers and Their Communities
Today, the Consortium and the National Association of Community Health Centers released two new resources aimed at helping health centers and the communities they serve to advance climate resilience through the Inflation Reduction Act.
Consortium Statement on the Fifth National Climate Assessment
The release of the Fifth National Climate Assessment marks a significant milestone in the United States’ commitment to addressing climate change. Learn more about the key health takeaways.
Consortium Statement on the Lancet Countdown’s 2023 U.S. Brief
The Consortium encourages policymakers and the public to review the findings of the Lancet 2023 U.S. brief to understand the urgent need to adopt policies that protect health and advance climate solutions.
Upcoming Events & Opportunities
December 19 Webinar – Sustainability and Climate Action in Academic Health Systems: Partnering with Students
Students will discuss their efforts in sustainability at their institutions and how they partnered with staff, faculty, and leadership to achieve results.
December 20 Webinar – Decarbonization in Health Care, Part 2: Focusing on Infrastructure
Learn about energy efficiency and climate-friendly initiatives underway in the University of California and nationally for decarbonizing healthcare.
May 21-23 Conference – CleanMed 2024
CleanMed will bring us together May 21-23 in Salt Lake City to connect, share, and build upon solutions for a more sustainable health care sector.
The mission of the Consortium is to mobilize and amplify the voices of U.S. doctors, in partnership with public health experts and fellow health professionals, to successfully advocate for equitable climate solutions that protect and promote the health of all people.