Knowl­edge gaps and data deficits

One of the main problems: There is no systematic and sufficiently targeted data collection of climate-related health and social impacts and emission sources. In the health sector, for example, there is a lack of data on the carbon footprint of medicinal products or the longevity of medical devices. The situation is similar for occupational health and safety. While there is now a great deal of international research on the extent and health impacts of climate change on workers, there is also a need for more research on the impact of climate change on workers’ health. What is missing, however, is data with a specific reference to the work context. This also applies especially to Germany1.