ICCH Monthly Newsletter

Who doesn't love a photo op? This summer we will be collecting photos that tell a story. We are looking for two categories of submissions: 1) photos that show how climate change is uniquely affecting your community and 2) photos demonstrating local sustainability efforts. Please send submissions to idahocch@gmail.com before August 31st.

There are a number of way you can get involved with ICCH! Interested in advocating locally? Join the ICCH Speakers Bureau and get notified with opportunities to make a difference in your community. Looking to refine your speaking skills? Check out this summer's Climate & Health communication skills training series.

Amanda Blanchet, Executive Director

Idaho Clinicians for Climate & Health

School's out for summer!

St. Luke's + ICCH Lecture Series will resume in August

You can check out prior lectures on the St. Luke's YouTube channel

CleanMed + Cocktails

7 pm June 13th Zoom Conference

Grab a cocktail/mocktail at home and tune in for a recap of the CleanMed Conference. We'll discuss latest healthcare sustainability efforts and ways we can implement solutions here in Idaho.

Upcoming Conferences and Community Events

May 29-31, 2024

Idaho's Health Priorities Conference - Community Driven Solutions: Diverse partners from all across Idaho will unite in a collaborative effort with a shared mission to promote, protect, and improve the overall health and wellbeing of all Idahoans.

June 5-6, 2024

Project G.R.E.E.N. Sustainability Summit: Explore ecological restoration, service and partnerships, recycling and reductions with educators and sustainability professionals, hosted by Riverstone International School.

June 6, 2024

IRA Catalytic Program Updates: The Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund: This webinar supports health care providers and safety net organizations in taking advantage of the tax credits, grants and other supports made available by the historic Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).

July 8-9, 2024

Idaho 2nd Hispanic/American Indian Healthcare Conference: This two day conference will explore mental health, provider burnout, maternal health and more working to ensure healthcare equality. Hosted by Idaho State University in Pocatello, ID.

Tuesdays, June 4 - August 20, 2024

Become a Climate & Health Equity Advocate: Action Skills Training: Are you interested in expanding your skills in communicating about the intersections of climate change and health to most effectively catalyze action? This 6-part training series will help you do so.

Volunteer Opportunities! Youth Edition

Do you know a high school or college student interested in improving sustainability efforts in Idaho? Share these ways they can get involved:

Youth Climate Action Council: Council members will not only provide feedback to administration, but imagine, strategize, and build projects that the youth council will implement. Register here

Boise Youth Climate Action Fund 2024 Grant Opportunity: The City of Boise has been selected to award local youth-led organizations with funds to implement climate action projects. The budget for each project should be $1000-$5000 and align with our Boise Climate Roadmap priority areas. Applications open June 1st

Take Action!

For the first time, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed collecting, monitoring, assessing, and addressing hospital emissions. It’s a pivotal move towards regulating greenhouse gas production in healthcare, an industry responsible for approximately 8.5% of US emissions. Your support is pivotal!

Comment before June 10th!

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