COP28 Covered - The Daily Podcast
05 | Health Day in the smog and Paul Polman’s fossil fuel call out
Dec 3, 2023
Former Unilever CEO, Paul Polman, discusses the escalating fossil fuel fiasco at COP28. Other topics include collaboration between public and private sectors in addressing health issues, the significance of a health-themed day at the conference, and advocacy efforts for promoting sustainability in the healthcare sector.
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Quick takeaways
- Collaboration between public and private sectors is crucial in addressing the health effects of climate change and translating policy objectives into tangible actions.
- Phasing out fossil fuels and redirecting resources towards renewable energy and nature-based solutions is urgently needed to combat climate change.
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Themed days at COP28
COP28 introduced themed days, and the first theme day was focused on health, relief, recovery, and peace. The podcast highlights the importance of having a specific day dedicated to health and discusses the major announcements made during the health theme day, including the signing of a declaration on climate, relief, recovery, and peace by various nations. Special guest interviews with representatives from Bupa and Foundation S provide insights into the public-private aspect of action on health and funding adaptation projects for vulnerable communities.
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