Climate change is happening in Multnomah County, threatening our access to clean air, clean water and healthy food. The health impacts of hotter, drier summers and warmer, wetter winters create major public health challenges, especially for our most vulnerable community members.
In the Portland region, communities of color and low-income communities already experience poorer health and disparities.
In 2021, our leaders declared racism a public health crisis, acknowledging the role systemic racism plays in creating unfair health disparities. This includes those related to climate hazards.
Climate change will make health disparities worse. Our response to climate change is an opportunity to correct this.
More on the health impacts of climate change (PDF)»
Taking Action to Protect Public Health
Multnomah County Health Department is working with the community to prepare for these changes. Our work includes:
- Monitoring climate and health data
- Designing and implementing public health interventions
- Engaging with community partners on planning efforts
Resources
Climate Events
Final Report: Health Impacts from Excessive Heat Events in Multnomah County Oregon , 2021 (1.89 MB)
June 2021 Heat Event Preliminary Findings and Action Steps (4.31 MB)
Regional Reports
Regional Climate and Health Monitoring Report: 2010-2020 (1.56 MB)
Informe Regional de Monitoreo de Clima y Salud: 2010-2020 (1.34 MB)
Regional Climate and Health Monitoring Report: 2019 (PDF)
Planning & Strategy
Climate Action Plan Progress Report 2017 (2.08 MB)
2015 Climate Action Plan (Full Document) (18.11 MB)
Climate Change Preparation Strategy (2.43 MB)
Climate Change Preparation Strategy: Risks and Vulnerabilities Assessment (1.42 MB)
Climate Change Preparation Plan: 2013 (23.58 MB)
Contact Us
Healthy Homes & Communities Program
Brendon Haggerty, Supervisor
503-988-9402
brendon.haggerty@multco.us
