Join us for HIEx's gathering of global leaders, innovators, and change-makers as we tackle pressing challenges at the crossroads of climate and health. Prepare for engaging discussions, innovative solutions, and collaborative efforts aimed at fortifying health systems against the impacts of climate change. Expect to be inspired, network with industry experts, and contribute to shaping a healthier, more sustainable future for all.
SCALING INNOVATIONS AT THE INTERSECTION OF CLIMATE HEALTH AND EQUITY
At HIEx, we partner with ministries of health in Africa and Asia to identify and address climate and health priorities. Through innovative approaches and strategic investments, we strive to build resilient health systems capable of confronting the significant threats posed by climate change. Despite ongoing investments, progress towards universal health coverage remains limited. Our event serves as a platform to foster partnerships between countries, innovators, and the private sector, driving collective action towards addressing these challenges head-on.
Explore our schedule below and register via Eventbrite. Spaces are limited so be sure to register as soon as you can. For our invite-only sessions, you may register your interest via our waitlist.
May 28 Campus Biotech, Geneva
May 29 Hotel Intercontinental, Geneva
May 30 Hotel Intercontinental, Geneva
WHA77 Side event
Join us for HIEx's gathering of global leaders, innovators, and change-makers as we tackle pressing challenges at the crossroads of climate and health. Prepare for engaging discussions, innovative solutions, and collaborative efforts aimed at fortifying health systems against the impacts of climate change. Expect to be inspired, network with industry experts, and contribute to shaping a healthier, more sustainable future for all.
SCALING INNOVATIONS AT THE INTERSECTION OF CLIMATE HEALTH AND EQUITY
At HIEx, we partner with ministries of health in Africa and Asia to identify and address climate and health priorities. Through innovative approaches and strategic investments, we strive to build resilient health systems capable of confronting the significant threats posed by climate change. Despite ongoing investments, progress towards universal health coverage remains limited. Our event serves as a platform to foster partnerships between countries, innovators, and the private sector, driving collective action towards addressing these challenges head-on.
Explore our schedule below and register via Eventbrite. Spaces are limited so be sure to register as soon as you can.
May 28 Campus Biotech, Geneva | May 29-30 Hotel Intercontinental, Geneva
Catalyzing Innovation in Health-related Climate Adaptation – scaling global action to support local needs
Tuesday 28 May | 08H00-09H30 | Campus Biotech, Atelier des Saveurs
What are the impacts of climate change on health? How are communities adapting to these changes? What innovations are showing promise? Join our interactive session for a comprehensive look at global findings, practical strategies, case studies and promising innovations at the intersection of climate change and health.
Climate & Health Investment Opportunity Primer
Tuesday 28 May | 09H30-11H00 | Campus Biotech, Atelier des Saveurs
Innovation takes center stage in building a climate-resilient health system. Furthermore, it will require investments to scale up. Join us in exploring a guiding principle for financing climate and health solutions through the "Climate & Health Investment Opportunity Primer." In the Primer, you will find a wealth of insights, strategies, and actionable steps aimed at accelerating transformative solutions, supporting vulnerable communities, and promoting equitable approaches.
"Slowing the Spread of Dengue Fever" Mini-Documentary Screening
Tuesday 28 May | 11H00- 12H30 | Campus Biotech, Timeout Café
Explore how dengue fever has become a greater strain on global public health due to climate change through the mini-documentary "Slowing the Spread of Dengue Fever". Discover insights into community-driven solutions, innovative partnerships, and the power of collective action in addressing global health challenges.
Antimicrobial Resistance: Rethinking our Response to Overcome the Crisis
Tuesday 28 May | 12H00-14H00 | Campus Biotech, Atelier des Saveurs
Antimicrobial drugs are crucial in modern medicine, but the rise of drug-resistant pathogens jeopardizes our ability to combat infections, impacting human and animal health, agriculture, and food security. With a crisis in antibiotic development and access, new approaches to addressing antimicrobial resistance (AMR) are essential. This session will introduce an innovative solution to tackle AMR.
Climate Resilient Health Infrastructure
Tuesday 28 May | 18H00-19H30 | Campus Biotech, Atelier des Saveurs
Rising floods, heat waves, cyclones - these strain health systems worldwide. How can we construct resilient health infrastructure to tackle these mounting challenges? Join us and explore best practices and lessons in building early warning systems and climate resilient health infrastructure.
Reaching Diabetes Global Compact Goals
Wednesday 29 May | 08H00-10H00 | Intercontinental Hotel, Ballroom A
At the 75th World Health Assembly, a coverage target for people living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) was introduced: 100% of people with type 1 diabetes should have access to affordable insulin and blood glucose self-monitoring. It is estimated that more than 1 million children live with T1D. No international and limited national data currently exist on the incidence and prevalence of T1D. Explore lessons for leapfrogging data systems for Type 1 Diabetes in this interactive session.
Convergence: Innovation Marketplace
Wednesday 29 May | 09H30-19H00 | Intercontinental Hotel, Foyer DE
Join us at 9:30 AM, for the opening of the HIEx Convergence Marketplace and explore the diverse array of transformative solutions for climate and health as 30 innovators from across the globe converge to showcase their initiatives. Join us in discovering the innovations shaping our future and vote for the innovation of the year award.
Demo Day 1 : Female Entrepreneurship
Wednesday 29 May | 10H00-12H00 | Intercontinental Hotel, Ballroom A
Experience a showcase of female entrepreneurs driving innovation in health. Join their innovation journey as they pitch their solutions to investors and global health experts, highlighting the impact of female entrepreneurship in shaping the future of healthcare.
Leveraging Blockchain for Scaling Access to Healthcare: How MPC is contributing to UHC
Wednesday 29 May | 12H00-14H00 | Intercontinental Hotel, Ballroom A
Blockchain is transforming every sector including healthcare. How can the health sector leverage the power of blockchain in scaling access to healthcare? While blockchain provides unprecedented transparency, security and efficiency it also provides an opportunity for innovative financing and investment for scaling towards universal health care. Partisia blockchain is pioneering use of blockchain in the health and development sector. Join us to explore the power of blockchain for global health.
Demo Day 2 : Climate & Health & Equity
Wednesday 29 May | 14H00-16H00 | Intercontinental Hotel, Ballroom A
Join us for a showcase of awarded entrepreneurs driving change at the intersection of climate and health. They'll pitch their innovative solutions to investors and experts, highlighting their impact on health equity and environmental sustainability.
Climate & Health Awards
Wednesday 29 May | 16H00-18H00 | Intercontinental Hotel, Ballroom A
What makes a successful entrepreneur? Who are the female entrepreneurs shaping healthcare in Africa and Asia? How can countries leverage the innovation ecosystem to deliver health impact as well as climate and economic resilience. Join us to celebrate outstanding entrepreneurs nominated for the HIEx 2024 Innovators Awards.
Future Proofing: Building Climate-resilient Health Systems
Wednesday 29 May | 18H00-19H30 | Intercontinental Hotel, Ballroom A
This high level event brings Ministers of health, Investors (multilateral and private), Global Health Institutions and Innovators to explore how countries can evolve policies and strategies for climate-resilient health systems. The Climate & Health Global Technical Assistance Platform and Knowledge Community will also be launched at this session.
Building Investment Models for Solarising Health
Thursday 30 May | 18H00-19H30 | Intercontinental Hotel, Bruxelles
Lack of reliable electricity is a major impediment to scaling access to healthcare. Solar solutions are already demonstrating great potential to transform last mile health care and pandemic preparedness. This roundtable brings select ministers and investors from the multilaterals and private sector to explore investment models for scaling access to electricity for healthcare.
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