Launch of the 2026 Europe Report of the Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate
Join Lancet Countdown Europe for the launch of its 2026 Europe Report of the Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change on 22 April, both online and in Heidelberg, Germany.
The Lancet Countdown Europe is an international, interdisciplinary research initiative that aims to develop open, transparent and rigorous indicators to track the impact of climate change on population health. As well as monitoring the health impacts of climate change, it follows the adaptation and mitigation actions taken, the economic and financial aspects, and public and political engagement across Europe.
To celebrate the launch, hear from speakers including:
- Prof. Joacim Rocklöv, co-chair of The Lancet Countdown in Europe
- European Environment Agency
- World Health Organization in Europe
- National health agencies (e.g., the Robert Koch Institute and Santé Publique France)
- The Austrian Climate and Health Competence Centre
A panel discussion with national and local representatives along with experts will follow to explore the key ingredients needed for successful integrated climate and health action.
The event is open to everyone, either in person or online. Refreshments will be served at the end of the event, and there will be an opportunity to meet the researchers who contributed to the Lancet Countdown in Europe report, as well as the keynote speakers and panellists.
When: April 22, 2026 • 13:00-15:45 CEST
Where: Online/Alte Aula, Grabengasse 1, 69117 Heidelberg
The event will be held in English. However, synchronous translation into German will be available for people attending in person.
