Last week, TRIGGER researchers participated at the European Geosciences Union (EGU) General Assembly, taking place April 27 to May 2 at Vienna, Austria. The General Assembly reunites planetary and space sciences scientists to share their latest results and discuss new ideas. This edition highlights topics on climate change, air quality, and innovative environmental solutions, where TRIGGER makes important contributions on climate-health connections, research methodologies and citizen participation.

Dr. Elke Hertig (University of Augsburg) chaired the session “Climate, Extremes, and Health: Mapping Risks and Quantifying Impacts on Population Health”, where researchers presented the latest innovations in how to apply large datasets in human health and forecasts. 

Furthermore, the project coordinator Silvana Di Sabatino and researcher Maria Carelli, both from the University of Bologna, gave presentations about TRIGGER’s innovative methodology through the Climate Health Connection Labs (CHCLs). Di Sabatino’s focused on meteo-climate data and estimation of health risks through selected indicators, while Carelli’s focal point was citizen science and engagement with stakeholders.

TRIGGER aims to delve into the complexity inherent in climate-health interactions to advice on policy priorities at local and international levels. With its participation at the EGU General Assembly, TRIGGER is not only communicating about the project and its results but is also sharing the expertise of its members on climate-related health challenges.