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SUMMARY:Climate and Health Toolkit Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of the prototype West Midlands Climate and Health Toolkit. \n\n\n\nOur team has been busy working on the prototype toolkit\, which will be released during this workshop.  \n\n\n\nLunch and refreshments will be included on the day. \n\n\n\nIf you are unable to make the workshop but still wish to receive the prototype by email\, please let us know\, and we will arrange this for you. We will be seeking feedback from test users by Friday 19th December. \n\n\n\nThank you for helping us on our journey to realise the health co-benefits of net-zero actions in the West Midlands.
URL:https://wm-netzero.org.uk/event/climate-and-health-toolkit-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Healthy Air\, Healthy Lives Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join the Healthy Air Coalition Network at The Warehouse Cafe\, Digbeth\, for a day filled with insightful discussions\, workshops\, and networking opportunities focused on promoting clean air and healthy living. \n\n\n\nDiscover the latest trends in air quality\, hear from passionate local experts\, and learn how to meaningfully engage with media outlets and local decision-makers on air pollution in our communities.Whether you are directly impacted by air quality\, a health enthusiast\, an environmental advocate\, or simply curious about air pollution in our city\, this conference is perfect for you. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a movement towards healthier air and healthier lives\, and please do share the event details with others! \n\n\n\nLunch will be provided\, as well as refreshments during comfort breaks. \n\n\n\nAs a thank you for those able to attend the day’s activities\, there will be a gift card available as a gesture in recognition of your travel expenses and appreciation of your time.
URL:https://wm-netzero.org.uk/event/healthy-air-healthy-lives-conference/
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SUMMARY:BreatHE IN Launch Event
DESCRIPTION:Launch event of the EPSRC Micro Network + BreatHE IN: a cross-disciplinary UK-based network focused on reducing the health impacts associated with poor air quality by informing the way we design\, retrofit and use our built environments. \n\n\n\nBreatHE IN will seek to generate new grounds for collaborations across sectors and disciplines and with other related networks.
URL:https://wm-netzero.org.uk/event/breathe-in-launch-event/
LOCATION:The Exchange. 3 Centenary Square\, Birmingham\, England\, B1 2DR
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SUMMARY:UKHSA Annual Outdoor and Indoor Air Pollution Stakeholder event 
DESCRIPTION:Members of WM-Net Zero will join the UKHSA Annual Outdoor and Indoor Air Pollution Stakeholder event. \n\n\n\nThe ‘Air Quality and Public Health Stakeholder event’ on 12th November 2025\, offers researchers a valuable opportunity to network with national and local government and other stakeholders\, including health charities and industry partners.  \n\n\n\nNational/local government and other stakeholders will share evidence\, guidance\, tools and resources for improving air quality in the meeting. \n\n\n\nThis event is now SOLD OUT
URL:https://wm-netzero.org.uk/event/ukhsa-annual-outdoor-and-indoor-air-pollution-stakeholder-event/
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SUMMARY:2025 UKHSA Annual Outdoor and Indoor Air Pollution Research Review Meeting 
DESCRIPTION:Members of WM-Net Zero will join the 2025 UKHSA Annual Outdoor and Indoor Air Pollution Research Review Meeting \n\n\n\nHeld since the mid-1990s\, has been the main national meeting of the UK’s experts in the field of air pollution and health research and policy makers. This meeting\, taking place in Newcastle Upon Tyne\, is being organised by the Air Quality and Public Health team within the Environmental Hazards and Emergencies Department\, UKHSA. The meeting will bring together academics\, government scientists\, policy makers\, and others to present and discuss the latest research findings. \n\n\n\nThis event is now SOLD OUT
URL:https://wm-netzero.org.uk/event/2025-ukhsa-annual-outdoor-and-indoor-air-pollution-research-review-meeting/
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SUMMARY:Save the Date: WM-Net Zero Annual Event – Clean Air Day 2025 
DESCRIPTION:🌱 Join Us for the 2025 WM Net Zero Annual Event – Registration Now Open! \n\n\n\nDate: Thursday 19 June 2025Time: 10:00 – 15:30Location: The Exchange\, BirminghamHosted by: University of BirminghamRegister now: Eventbrite Link \n\n\n\nWM Net Zero is excited to welcome stakeholders\, researchers\, community members and policymakers to its Annual Event\, taking place on Clean Air Day 2025. \n\n\n\nThis year’s event will bring together key voices from across the region to explore how local climate action — especially around transport — can deliver cleaner air and better health for everyone in the West Midlands. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect:\n\n\n\n\nInsightful talks and research findings from the WM Net Zero project\n\n\n\nEngaging panel discussions and Q&A with experts\, public contributors\, and practitioners\n\n\n\nInteractive displays\, breakout activities\, and networking opportunities\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re shaping policy\, delivering services\, conducting research or living the everyday reality of climate impacts — your voice matters. Come and help shape a healthier\, more sustainable West Midlands. \n\n\n\n📍 Spaces are limited – register now to secure your place. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://wm-netzero.org.uk/event/save-the-date-wm-net-zero-annual-event-clean-air-day-2025/
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SUMMARY:NHS action towards climate change\, air quality and health
DESCRIPTION:This workshop\, convened by the UK Clean Air Programme in partnership with the West Midlands Combined Authority\, explores how NHS & regional partners can collaborate on Green Plans for clean air\, climate & health benefits. \n\n\n\nThe workshop will focus on the synergies and conflicts between air quality\, net-zero policies and adaptation actions\, sharing case studies and identifying opportunities for effective action. Expected participants include representatives from the NHS and Integrated Care Systems\, local authorities\, combined authorities\, academics\, and non-governmental organisations. \n\n\n\nThe workshop is invitation only.
URL:https://wm-netzero.org.uk/event/nhs-action-towards-climate-change-air-quality-and-health/
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SUMMARY:Join WM-Net Zero at the Brockmoor Park Path Launch – Saturday 11th May
DESCRIPTION:WM-Net Zero will be at the Brockmoor Park Path Launch event to share our work on improving local air quality and sustainability.  \n\n\n\nCome visit our stand to: \n\n\n\n\nLearn about our indoor air quality sensors and how you can have one in your home.\n\n\n\nSign up to become a Community Air Quality Ambassador.\n\n\n\nFind out how to take part in our Public Involvement in Research Group.\n\n\n\n\nWe’re keen to meet local residents who care about clean air and want to shape future action. Let’s build a healthier\, greener community together!
URL:https://wm-netzero.org.uk/event/join-wm-net-zero-at-the-brockmoor-park-path-launch-saturday-11th-may/
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SUMMARY:SHAPING HEALTHY CITIES
DESCRIPTION:1\,100 Lung Cancer Cases Per Year Caused by Air Pollution—Join the Discussion! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nResearch highlights a serious public health concern: air pollution is responsible for 1\,100 cases of lung cancer annually in the UK. This raises urgent questions about how we can reduce air pollution exposure in our cities. \n\n\n\nTo explore this issue further\, join the Shaping Healthy Cities webinar where our colleague Dr Joe Day\,  will present findings from WM-Net Zero research on how outdoor air pollution affects indoor environments and what this means for our health. \n\n\n\n📢 Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from experts and discuss how we can create healthier urban environments!
URL:https://wm-netzero.org.uk/event/shaping-healthy-cities/
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SUMMARY:WM-Net Zero Away Day Success!
DESCRIPTION:The WM-Net Zero team successfully held its Away Day at Hogarths Stone Manor\, Worcestershire.  \n\n\n\nOver two days\, members collaborated on key project objectives\, discussed challenges and opportunities across areas such as housing policy\, transport\, and public involvement\, and developed a clear pathway for delivering meaningful impacts on air quality\, health\, and climate targets.  \n\n\n\nThrough structured sessions and breakout discussions guided by expert facilitators\, the team strengthened their strategy to deliver health co-benefits and influence impactful policy decisions at regional\, national\, and international levels.
URL:https://wm-netzero.org.uk/event/wm-net-zero-away-day/
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SUMMARY:2024 Clean Air Conference. "Analysis & Solutions: Responding to the Clean Air Challenge"
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that the programme for the upcoming UK Clean Air Conference has been released. \n\n\n\nThis event will convene researchers\, funders\, policymakers\, industry leaders\, and non-profit organisations to collaboratively address the challenges associated with air quality. \n\n\n\nSeveral researchers from the WM-Net Zero initiative will be presenting their contributions to the field of air quality research\, showcasing a diverse array of methods and disciplines. \n\n\n\nThis conference offers a valuable opportunity for professionals dedicated to enhancing air quality to engage with one another and exchange insights. \n\n\n\nConference themes\n\n\n\nThe conference will be addressing four overarching themes: \n\n\n\n1. The lifetime impact of air pollution: New tools to address the health impact of air quality on the population\, focusing on vulnerable groups and the importance of indoor and outdoor exposure. \n\n\n\n2. Innovative developments driving impact: The new methods and technologies developed during the Clean Air programme that are improving our understanding of air quality issues and reducing their impact. \n\n\n\n3. From research to the real world: Implementing the outputs from air quality research findings in diverse user communities\, including communicating benefits\, standardising methods\, and informing future clean air policies. \n\n\n\n4. The evolving clean air landscape: Positioning the clean air community to meet future challenges such as the transition to a low (net zero) carbon economy \n\n\n\nConference-Programme-1Download
URL:https://wm-netzero.org.uk/event/2024-clean-air-conference-analysis-solutions-responding-to-the-clean-air-challenge-2/
LOCATION:Edgbaston Park Hotel and Conference Centre\, 53 Edgbaston Park Rd\, Birmingham\, Birmingham\, B15 2RS
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SUMMARY:WM Net Zero-Project Launch
DESCRIPTION:This event is for academics\, policy-makers\, practitioners\, industry professionals\, NGO representatives\, and all those interested in net zero policies and their implications for the West Midlands. \n\n\n\nLed by the University of Birmingham\, in partnership with external organisations and local authorities\, WM Net Zero aims to revolutionise regional climate policies with a health-centred approach.The project integrates health considerations into climate change policies. It evaluates how actions to reduce carbon emissions can also improve public health\, particularly in the West Midlands. The project collaborates with local authorities and researchers to develop strategies that not only address climate change but also enhance community health.evaluates \n\n\n\nEvent Highlights:\n\n\n\n\nExplore Innovative Strategies: Get an exclusive look at our advanced approaches to evaluating net zero policies.\n\n\n\nEngage with Experts: Hear from top-notch speakers on critical topics in net zero and sustainability.\n\n\n\nParticipate in Dialogues: Join conversations that could shape the future of environmental policy in the West Midlands.\n\n\n\nNetwork with Stakeholders: Connect with a diverse group of professionals and enthusiasts committed to making a difference.
URL:https://wm-netzero.org.uk/event/wm-net-zero-project-launch/
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