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New series of educational videos on climate change and health from the ENBEL project
The ENBEL project has developed a series of six short educational videos on climate change and health topics to give more information on how climate change effects our health and what we can do about it.
New film “Too Hot To Work” showcases Water, Rest, Shade & Sanitation framework from ENBEL partner
The film “Too Hot To Work” takes viewers around the world on a tour of the current state of labor in extreme heat.
Release of HEAT-SHIELD Film Showing the Effect of Climate Change on Manual Laborers
ENBEL releases a new film that showcases the effect of climate change on the occupational safety and health of manual laborers in Europe based on the work in the HEAT-SHIELD project.
Record breaking temperatures – heatwaves are getting hotter and can be expected earlier
This summer has started with unprecedented heat waves and record high temperatures in many places even before the summer solstice, giving a sign of what we can expect and the challenges it may pose for our health. Heatwaves are deadly, but the health impacts can often be prevented with the right measures. We talked to our experts to learn more.
Heat Action Day raises awareness of extreme heat risks
Heat waves are deadly. But there are simple actions we can all take to protect ourselves, our neighbours, our family members and friends. These include drinking water, resting in the shade, and avoiding outdoor activity in the hottest part of the day.
What does the IPCC report tell us about health effects of heat, air pollution and infectious diseases?
The recently published report on Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability of the IPCC’s 6th Assessment Report (AR6) paints a gloomy picture of what the future may hold regarding impacts of climate change. We have looked at some of the main findings regarding the core topics of the ENBEL project – health impacts related to environmental and occupational heat, air pollution (including from wildfires), and infectious diseases.
Improving workers’ health in Central America
ENBEL partner get 8 million USD in new funding from the US Government to improve workers’ health and safety in the face of climate change in Central America.
Global warming already responsible for one in three heat-related deaths
Climate change is already happening and we already see the negative health effects. One third of heat-related deaths can be attributed to climate change, according to a new study led by scientists that are EXHAUSTION partners.