CHanGE | Center for Health and the Global Environment

Our work

CHanGE works to train the next generation of researchers and policy makers in climate change and health research.

CHanGE is a community of researchers, staff, students, and community members working together to improve people’s health in a changing environment.

CHanGE researches the effects of global environmental change on human health in order to help communities adapt to likely future scenarios.

CHanGE created an online tool, Chart, to provide decision makers and community members with local data on heat-health risks.

Collaboratively charting a healthier future

Addressing disproportionate health impacts of extreme heat using Chart and local expertise in Auburn, WA

CHanGE’s Graduate Certificate positions Elyse Kelsey for career in climate and health

The master’s student and Husky 100 winner plans to advance environmental justice and build community resilience to climate change

Lessons from California’s devastating wildfires

Understanding health impacts of wildfires and the urgent need for preparedness everywhere

Employment Opportunity: Student Assistant position now open

February 4, 2025 | UW HiresFeatured: | View

Upcoming Talk: Climate Change and Coastal Peoples: Tribally Led Adaptation in the Gulf of Alaska

January 29, 2025 | Featured: Dr. Matthew Gribble | View

CHanGE is hiring: Research Coordinator position now open

January 24, 2025 | UW HiresFeatured: | View

CHanGE PhD Student Haemin Park giving Environmental Health Seminar on Jan. 9: The Mental Health Impacts of Climate Change in the Pacific Islands

January 8, 2025 | DEOHS | Featured: Haemin Park, Kris Ebi | View

Our mission is to develop, implement and evaluate interventions to support health in extreme weather and environmental conditions.