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Climate change

Children are among the most vulnerable to the health risks of climate change. See our position statement, action plan and resources produced with our working group of enthusiastic members and staff - and join us in tackling this issue.

Our report, published August 2024, shares insights from members in 50 countries on the rising threats to children’s well-being and the role of healthcare professionals.
Report

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This dynamic group of members delivers the College’s climate change strategy over five workstreams.
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These can support members to become more environmentally sustainable and take action.
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Speak with your council about air pollution, share resources with colleauges or write about your experiences...
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Climate change action is embedded as a priority in our 2021-24 College strategy, and we have six ambitions to drive our activity.
See action plan

A podcast from the 'Climate Changers' group with RCPCH &Us, featuring interviews from the CCWG and young activists in Ghana!
Listen to podcast

Read our environmental policy and about our journey on making the College a net zero organisation by 2040.
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The impact of climate change on global child health - our position statement

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Our five workstreams

Advocating for change
Research
Support for members
College building and resources
International

We looked at the unequal exposure to the effects of climate change in the UK, including the capacity to adapt, food security and eco distress. Our toolkit supports paediatricians to take action.
Position statement and toolkit

Outdoor and indoor air pollution poses a serious threat to children's health, contributing to adverse health outcomes. Our position statement (2024) reviews the evidence and calls for urgent policy measures.
Position statement

Children spend much of their lives indoors, and the health impact of the air within our homes and schools must be taken seriously. Our report (2020) is based on a systematic review of the science of indoor pollution.
Report

Latest news and articles on climate change

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Blog
19 February 2025

Conducting climate action

After a busy start to the year, Helena Clements, RCPCH Officer for Climate Change, shares how she is building networks and fostering relationships to drive climate action for Children and Young People.
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Announcement
19 November 2024

RCPCH and global paediatric associations call on COP to prioritise child health

Yesterday, global leaders were due to discuss international action on climate and health at COP29’s Health Day. To mark this, RCPCH has issued a letter to the COP29 President and global leadership urging the prioritisation of child health in climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts.

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