Global Summit on Environmental Health and Sustainability

Schedule

Wed Oct 07 2026 at 08:00 am to 05:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Lisbon | Lisbon, LI

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Global summit on environmental health & sustainability driving innovation to protect planet and public health | Lisbon 2026
About this Event

Med Global Connect is pleased to announce the Global Summit on Environmental Health and Sustainability 2026, a premier interdisciplinary forum uniting scientists, public-health leaders, policymakers, industry innovators, and NGO partners to advance solutions at the nexus of planetary and human health. The summit will take place in Lisbon, Portugal on October 07–08, 2026.

Theme: Protecting Planet, Preserving Health: Innovations and Strategies for a Sustainable Future


Why Attend?

Environmental change is reshaping health risks worldwide — from air and water pollution to climate-driven disease patterns. This summit provides a high-impact platform to:

  • Hear evidence-based insights from international experts
  • Discover practical innovations for mitigation and resilience
  • Learn about policy frameworks and community-level interventions
  • Build partnerships for research, funding, and implementation
  • Translate scientific findings into scalable public-health action

Key Topics Include
  • Climate Change Impacts on Public Health
  • Air, Water & Soil Pollution: Monitoring and Mitigation
  • Environmental Toxicology & Exposure Science
  • Sustainable Healthcare Systems & Green Hospitals
  • Renewable Energy, Clean Technologies & Urban Resilience
  • Biodiversity, Ecosystem Services & One Health Approaches
  • Waste Management, Circular Economy & Plastic Pollution Solutions
  • Environmental Policy, Governance & Community Engagement
  • Occupational & Pediatric Environmental Health
  • Environmental Justice, Equity & Vulnerable Populations
  • Digital Tools: Remote Sensing, IoT, and Environmental Data Analytics
  • Climate Adaptation, Disaster Preparedness & Health System Resilience
  • Emerging Threats: Zoonoses, Vector Ecology & Antimicrobial Resistance

Call for Abstracts

We invite researchers, practitioners, and policy teams to submit abstracts that address these topics and present novel data, programs, or policy evaluations. Submit your abstract and view submission guidelines at the event page: https://www.medglobalconnect.com/environmentalhealth-abstract-submission


Who Should Attend?
  • Environmental & Public Health Scientists
  • Epidemiologists & Toxicologists
  • Healthcare Administrators & Sustainability Officers
  • Urban Planners & Environmental Engineers
  • Policy Makers & Government Officials
  • NGO / Civil Society Leaders
  • Industry R&D and ESG Professionals
  • Funders, Philanthropists & Implementation Partners
  • Graduate Students and Early-career Researchers

Exclusive Benefits for Attendees
  • Certificate of Participation and opportunities for professional accreditation (CPD)
  • Access to all sessions: plenaries, panels, workshops, and poster sessions
  • Publication opportunities in conference proceedings and partner journals
  • Networking sessions, partnership matchmaking, and exhibition space
  • Conference kit and on-site materials (in-person attendees)
  • Complimentary meals, coffee breaks, and networking receptions
  • Awards for outstanding research and innovation

Sponsorship Opportunities

Position your organization as a leader in sustainability and health by sponsoring the summit. Sponsorship benefits include brand visibility, speaking roles, exhibit space, and direct engagement with decision-makers. Explore packages: https://www.medglobalconnect.com/sponsorship-opportunities


Event Details & Registration

Date: October 07–08, 2026
Location: Lisbon, Portugal (hybrid participation available)
Register / Learn more: https://www.medglobalconnect.com/environmentalhealth

Join us in Lisbon to connect science with policy and practice — shape strategies that protect the planet and preserve human health.


Agenda

🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration and Speed Networking
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:45 AM
Opening Keynote

Info: Protecting Planet, Preserving Health: The Intersection of Environmental and Public Health


🕑: 09:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Plenary Talk

Info: Understanding the Health Impacts of Climate Change: A Call to Action


🕑: 10:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Networking and Refreshments Break
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Panel Discussion

Info:
Preparing for Climate-Driven Health Challenges
- Rising vector-borne diseases due to changing weather patterns.
- Heatwaves and their impact on vulnerable populations.
- Strengthening healthcare systems to manage climate risks.


🕑: 11:30 AM - 11:50 AM
Oral Presentation

Info: Air Pollution and Respiratory Diseases: Tracking the Global Burden


🕑: 11:50 AM - 12:10 PM
Oral Presentation

Info: Water Security and Public Health: Addressing Scarcity and Contamination


🕑: 12:10 PM - 12:30 PM
Case Study

Info: Innovative Climate Resilience Programs for Urban Healthcare Systems


🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Networking Lunch Break
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Keynote Talk

Info: The Hidden Toll of Environmental Contaminants on Human Health


🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Plenary Talk

Info: Tackling Plastic Pollution: Innovations for a Sustainable Future


🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Panel Discussion

Info: Reducing Exposure to Toxic Chemicals in Food and Water
- Heavy metals and their long-term health effects.
- Monitoring pesticide residues in agriculture.
- Strategies for reducing endocrine disruptors in the environment.


🕑: 03:30 PM - 03:45 PM
Networking and Refreshments Break
🕑: 03:45 PM - 04:05 PM
Oral Presentation

Info: E-Waste and Emerging Health Risks: A Global Perspective


🕑: 04:05 PM - 04:25 PM
Oral Presentation

Info: Community-Led Solutions to Combat Environmental Pollution


🕑: 04:25 PM - 04:45 PM
Case Study

Info: Managing Plastic Pollution in Coastal and Rural Communities


🕑: 04:45 PM - 05:00 PM
Closing Remarks and Day 1 Wrap-Up
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