Financial Inclusion Innovations for Healthcare in a Changing Climate

How is climate change affecting the health and livelihoods of low-income populations?
How can innovation in financial inclusion reduce out-of-pocket expenses and improve access to healthcare for climate-vulnerable people?
Climate change is emerging as one of the most pressing global health challenges, compounded by an existing gap in essential health services and increasing catastrophic health spending. The impact of this intersection of challenges disproportionately burdens low- and middle-income populations.
Innovations in financial inclusion enable these vulnerable populations to access healthcare services, better protect their health, become more resilient and take preventative measures in the face of extreme weather events and changing climatic conditions.
The SCBF, with the support of the UBS Optimus Foundation, has published emerging insights on the complex and interconnected relationships between climate, health and financial inclusion for low- and middle-income populations. The report examines key intersections, challenges and opportunities facing climate-vulnerable communities, as well as the innovators and funders working to address their needs.
What types of solutions can financial service providers (FSPs), impact investors and donors prioritise in the short-term and mid-term?
What are some of the most innovative financial inclusion solutions addressing the health needs of low-income and climate-vulnerable populations?
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