Watch the Commons
- View Commons recordings (Note: Recordings are only available for the opening and closing plenaries and select concurrent sessions.)
- View full agenda
See NAM’s Climate Week Takeaways
- View NAM’s LinkedIn for takeaways from partners across the Commons on what they heard—and what they’re taking forward
The 2026 Climate and Health Commons served as a central platform for climate and health programming and networking during Climate Week NYC. Jointly hosted by the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) and the New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM), this partner-driven convening elevated health-centered climate action and engaged a broad coalition of organizations, sectors, and participants. The Climate and Health Commons was designed to increase visibility, strengthen coordination, and support momentum across the climate and health field.
The Climate and Health Commons kicked off with an opening keynote and plenary, followed by concurrent sessions hosted by partner organizations. These sessions were designed for small, participatory conversations. The day concluded with a closing plenary and reception.
Agenda overview:
- Opening Remarks + Plenary: Health as Common Ground: Building the Power to Deliver a Healthier Climate Future
- Concurrent Session Block #1
- Concurrent Session Block #2
- Closing Plenary: Nature, Health, and Resilience: Protecting Community Well-Being in a Changing Climate
- Reception (in person)
Learn more about the NAM’s climate work. Thank you for participating this year as we build on the foundation of our 2025 Climate Week event.
See related resource: Climate Week NYC 2026: Health Leaders Convene at New York Academy of Medicine
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