This weekend, we graduated 14 fellows from the Climate and Health Equity Fellowship (CHEF) class of 2025. This incredible cohort also represents the fifth year of the fellowship. Since 2021, CHEF has trained over 50 physicians representing more than 20 states and U.S. territories. Read more about their accomplishments here!
2026 Our Planet, Our Health Convention
Climate change is reshaping the future of health. Join us at the 2026 Our Planet, Our Health Convention to gain the tools, knowledge, and community you need to advance solutions. Explore the agenda and register today.
2026 MSCCH Climate and Health Impact Awards
We are also pleased to announce the inaugural MSCCH Climate and Health Impact Awards, designed to uplift individuals and organizations whose work embodies the values of justice, partnership, and transformative leadership. We welcome nominations for others and self-nominations. Awardees will be recognized at the 2026 Our Planet, Our Health reception. Nominations are due by January 18, 2026. Learn more and complete the nomination form here.
GivingTuesday: Thank You for Your Support!
Thank you to everyone who donated to the Consortium for GivingTuesday! With your help, we are even closer to our $200,000 goal. If you didn't get a chance to donate yet, good news: Our campaign will remain open through December 31! No matter the size, your donation can make a difference. Learn more about how you can support our work here.
December 10, 2025 | Inside Climate News | Phill McKenna
What We're Listening To
Cancer Alley: Petrochemicals and the Battle to Survive
Communities along Cancer Alley live in the shadow of an ever-growing industry presence, but they're not backing down. On this episode, Sharon Lavigne, founder and CEO of RISE St. James, shares the story of her community and its fight for justice. Listen here.
Medical Students for a Sustainable Future (MS4SF) Climate Health Equity Day
February 28, 2026 | Arlington, Virginia, and Zoom
Ahead of our 2026 convention, this event offers students from the health professions a space to build community, connect with leaders in the climate and health movement, and deepen their understanding of the issue and its solutions. Registration and abstract submissions are now open!
Diploma in Climate Medicine: Community Resilience Certificate
Offered just prior to the 2026 Our Planet, Our Health Annual Convention, the Community Resilience Certificate (February 27 & 28, Arlington, VA) focuses on local and regional policy solutions and includes a hands-on climate communication workshop for health professionals.
AMA Community Health Impact Lab Micro Grants Program
This program funds innovative, community-centered projects that address a broad range of health-related challenges faced by populations with limited access to care.
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