Catalysts for change:
Cross-sector solutions
for climate-resilient
health systems

ABOUT THE EVENT

Climate change is increasingly impacting global health, with rising temperatures, air and water pollution, and food insecurity contributing to a surge in health-related crises. Vulnerable populations — especially women, children, and communities in low- and middle-income countries — are bearing the brunt of these effects, yet they often remain underrepresented in policy and funding decisions. At the same time, international organizations, regulatory bodies, and other public partners face unpredictable funding cycles, administrative burdens, and a lack of long-term support that hinders their ability to build climate-resilient health systems.

Philanthropy has emerged as a vital driver of solutions at the intersection of climate and health, with climate-focused health funding reaching over $3 billion in 2021. Yet, this still represents a fraction of global health financing, with only 2% dedicated to climate adaptation and mitigation.

There is growing recognition of the need for more flexible, long-term funding models that support organizational capacity and sustainability rather than short-term projects. However, despite recent progress, there is concern that philanthropic practices may revert to fragmented and burdensome approaches that risk undermining long-term resilience.

To protect and build on these gains, we need a renewed commitment to smarter, more collaborative models of philanthropy, grounded in frontline realities and implementation experiences. This can be achieved through cross-sector collaboration and inclusive dialogues.

This upcoming high-level event, hosted by Devex in partnership with Takeda, will examine the public and private sector’s collaborative role in advancing solutions at the intersection of health and climate. Through data-driven discussion and real-world examples, the session will explore how corporate philanthropy can help foster sustainable, equitable health systems capable of withstanding climate threats for generations to come.