Cork City hosts major international climate and health summit
Civic leaders and environmental experts have gathered at Cork City Hall to address the intersection of climate change and public health. This two-day event serves as a pivotal forum for developing sustainable strategies for European urban centres.
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Cork City Hall has opened its doors to an international delegation of mayors, environmental scientists, and community advocates for the World Health Organisation’s Summit of Mayors on Climate and Health. Running from 5 to 6 October 2026, the event is hosted by Cork City Council in partnership with the WHO European Healthy Cities Network and forms a key component of Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
The summit focuses on translating scientific evidence into actionable local policies, drawing upon the recommendations of the WHO Pan-European Commission on Climate and Health. Discussions are centred on the development of the 'Cork Call to Action', a collaborative framework designed to empower municipal leaders to mitigate the health risks associated with extreme weather, air pollution, and environmental instability. High-level speakers, including the Taoiseach and various government ministers, have emphasised the necessity of integrated urban planning to protect vulnerable populations.
As a long-standing member of the WHO European Healthy Cities Network and a designated EU Climate-Neutral and Smart Mission City, Cork provides a fitting backdrop for these deliberations. The summit aims to foster cross-border partnerships and establish a blueprint for cities to achieve net-zero emissions while enhancing the overall wellbeing of their residents. Further information regarding the outcomes of these sessions is available on the official website of the Department of Health.
The summit focuses on translating scientific evidence into actionable local policies, drawing upon the recommendations of the WHO Pan-European Commission on Climate and Health. Discussions are centred on the development of the 'Cork Call to Action', a collaborative framework designed to empower municipal leaders to mitigate the health risks associated with extreme weather, air pollution, and environmental instability. High-level speakers, including the Taoiseach and various government ministers, have emphasised the necessity of integrated urban planning to protect vulnerable populations.
As a long-standing member of the WHO European Healthy Cities Network and a designated EU Climate-Neutral and Smart Mission City, Cork provides a fitting backdrop for these deliberations. The summit aims to foster cross-border partnerships and establish a blueprint for cities to achieve net-zero emissions while enhancing the overall wellbeing of their residents. Further information regarding the outcomes of these sessions is available on the official website of the Department of Health.
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