Adapting to climate-related health risks: the economic case for climate services for health

This exploratory analysis estimates the economic value of “climate services for health”, defined as producing and applying climate knowledge to enhance health decisions and services.

Using cost-benefit analysis to model the effects of these services on reducing climate-related health impacts and costs, the study finds that the estimated economic returns range from US$3.60 to $68.40 per dollar invested, reflecting modest funding requirements relative to the high value of lives saved.