5.F. Scientific session: Staying cool: innovative solutions for an ageing population in a warming Europe
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The EU is facing the dual challenge of climate change and rapid population ageing: temperatures in Europe are warming more rapidly than in the rest of the world and at the same time the number of those aged 85 years or more in the EU is projected to more than double by 2050. The increase of morbidity and mortality due to extreme heat is higher in older adults compared to the other age groups. During the workshop, we will first address the effect of heat waves and raising temperatures on older adults’ health and then present and discuss possible innovative tools and actions to minimise their impact on the EU ageing population. Objectives Emphasise the importance of addressing heat waves and raising temperatures including their impact on NCDs, with a focus on the implications for the ageing population; Present the reinforced activities of the Climate and Health Observatory, focusing on raising temperatures and heat waves; Discuss possible measures at EU level, multisectoral collaboration, the synergies and possible trade-offs between adaptation and mitigation measures; Discuss innovative solutions to minimise the impact of raising temperatures and heat waves on older adults. Speakers/Panelists • Projections of heat exposure of older adults and the consequences. • The European Climate & Health Observatory – presentation of reinforced & broadened activities. • Measures for adapting to and protecting against the effects of heat waves and warming. • Tackling the problem at the source: mitigating the contribution of the healthcare sector to GHG emissions/climate change.
Author: Organised by: DG SANTE European Commission
Language: English
Subfield: Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis
Field: Environmental Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $3,199
OpenAlex ID: W4403825396