No one needs to be told that tempers flare with rising temperatures or that climate change is having a major effect on women and girls in terms of violence, and research is showing it.

Lord David Frost recently downplayed the urgency of climate warming mitigation, suggesting that the UK manage this with air conditioning and structural changes to buildings. However, his stance seems dangerously shortsighted with looming threats like disease transmission from the tiger mosquito and potentially catastrophic shifts in weather patterns due to the Gulf Stream's instability. It's critical to approach climate change with the gravity and urgency it warrants, prioritising long-term safety over short-term convenience.

For the climate tech sector, this isn’t just about political setbacks — it’s about reimagining its role in a world where change is constant, risks are high, and opportunities are emerging in unexpected places.

At COP29, health will have a dedicated day and see the introduction of various health-focused initiatives.