Climate Change and Infectious Disease: How Growing Public Health Threats will Impact Business
Discover how climate change is reshaping the Great Lakes region and the critical implications for businesses and communities. This engaging webinar will examine rising water temperatures, increased heat, and the cascading effects on public health, ecosystems, and business operations.
In collaboration with the Michigan Clinicians for Climate Action (MICCA), this webinar will explore the compelling business case for addressing climate change, emphasizing both the economic risks and opportunities for businesses to lead in resilience and sustainability. Our panelists will also shed light on the escalating public health challenges tied to climate change, particularly the spread of infectious diseases, and highlight the critical role of business-community partnerships in driving impactful solutions.
Why You Should Attend?
- Gain insights into the environmental and economic impacts of climate change on businesses in the Great Lakes region.
- Understand the growing challenges of managing heat in urban heat areas and protecting communities from heat-related health risks.
- Learn about the strategies being deployed across Michigan to mitigate and manage these climate risks.
- Explore the pivotal role businesses play in driving climate resilience and how adopting proactive strategies can mitigate risks, seize opportunities, and enhance their leadership in sustainability.
Speakers:
- Bill Gurn, Facilities and Operations Maintenance Manager, Haworth
- Aaron Ferguson, Climate and Tracking Unit Manager, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)
- Emily K. Stoneman, MD, Associate Professor of Infectious Diseases, University of Michigan
Presented by Schupan and Foresight Management