Climate change and public health: An evaluation framework for local government.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To develop and pilot an evaluation framework for assessing the engagement of local government public health teams in England on climate change and sustainability. These teams are uniquely positioned to address local health impacts of climate change and promote health co-benefits of mitigation. No statutory framework currently exists to support their engagement in this agenda.

Study design

Literature review and two cross sectional surveys.

Methods

A group of public health professionals conducted a literature review and agreed on criteria based on statutory responsibilities and remit of these teams, available information, and opportunities for local government action. With the resulting framework, this group evaluated all 11 local governments in the East of E

SUBMITTER: Loud ES 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11261007 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature