German Cities Lead 'URBAN SusHealth' Project for Sustainable Urban Health by 2027
Three German cities - Wiesbaden, Hennef, and Wuppertal - are leading the way in the 'URBAN SusHealth' project, aiming to create sustainable, transferable health structures by 2027. The project, a collaboration between the Wuppertal Institute and BARMER, involves close integration of research and implementation with the municipalities, led by Dr. Carolin Baedeker.
The project's goal is to connect health promotion, environmental protection, climate adaptation, and health equity. It will develop and implement municipal prevention and intervention strategies, with citizen involvement being a central focus. An upcoming publication, the exploratory report 'Climate-Resilient Health Promotion and Prevention in Urban Areas', will provide insights into the project's progress. The cities of Leipzig, Münster, and Oldenburg are also participating, working alongside universities, local health and environmental agencies, and community organizations to achieve these aims.
The 'URBAN SusHealth' project, with its innovative approach to urban health and sustainability, is set to create lasting, transferable structures that benefit not only the participating cities but also serve as a model for others. By the end of 2027, the project aims to demonstrate the successful integration of health promotion, environmental protection, climate adaptation, and health equity.
