Malcolm Turnbull must address the health risks of climate change | Michael Marmot

The public health impacts of climate change are playing out in Australia while politicians ignore the evidence. Two reports out this week should change thatLast week, the Paris climate agreement officially entered into force, with the landmark global climate deal ushering in a new era of international climate diplomacy and sustainable development. This week, delegates from over 190 nations are convening in Morocco, seeking to build on the spirit of cooperation born in Paris, and working to convert the broad aspirational commitments into action. While building on the architecture of the Paris agreement, national governments should keep the public health implications in mind. Related: Fossil-fuel CO2 emissions nearly stable for third year in row Related: Once the storm settles, a clearer picture emerges of government's energy goals | Katharine Murphy Continue reading...