About us
ClimawaHealth is a global consultancy at the forefront of research exploring the dynamic intersection of climate, water, and health economics for international development. As an emerging leader in climate-water-health economics, we are dedicated to transforming groundbreaking insights into actionable strategies that tackle the pressing health challenges of our time.
Our Story
ClimawaHealth began with an urgent realization: as climate and water systems change, so does the fate of health, community resilience, and the economic stability of health systems globally. From floods and heatwaves to shifting diseases, these are immediate threats, disproportionately impacting the vulnerable. We saw a need for economic understanding alongside public health knowledge. ClimawaHealth addresses a critical gap: translating climate-water science into practical public health economics. Too often, hydroclimate research and health economics remain separate, leaving decision-makers without the integrated insights needed to address 21st-century challenges. Our founder witnessed this firsthand, working with global agencies, health ministries, and communities across Latin America, Africa, and Asia. This isn’t just about understanding health; it is about valuing it and ensuring its sustainability. ClimawaHealth was born from the vision to bridge this gap, focusing on impact, not just research. Our mission: to empower policymakers, health systems, and front-line caregivers with rigorous science, real-world evidence, and economic analysis. We believe true resilience arises when health, economics, and the environment align. Today, that spirit guides our work. We measure success by communities empowered with knowledge, health systems strengthened, and economic models advocating for resilient investments. Open science, equity, and sustainability fuel our partnerships and projects. ClimawaHealth envisions a future where climate change leaves no one behind—where resilience, health, economic stability, and hope coexist. We're driven to listen, innovate, and collaborate in building a healthier, more just world.
Our Founder
Dr. Dagna Constenla brings over 20 years of international experience in program evaluation, cross-cultural research, and project management. Her expertise lies in integrating diverse research methodologies, applying health economics, and developing innovative financing solutions for developing countries.
Currently, Dr. Constenla specializes in climate-water-health economics, focusing on the interplay between climate change, extreme weather events, and health systems from an economic perspective. Her key initiatives include:
- Assessing the economic value of climate-water-sensitive health interventions for both children and adults.
- Reducing the financial burden associated with climate-water-sensitive diseases.
- Crafting funding solutions for resilient health systems that ensure faster access to essential medicines.
Her research addresses climate-water-sensitive diseases such as rotavirus, dengue, and malaria across the Americas, Sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, and Europe. With a commitment to utilizing data to inform government policies, she has collaborated with esteemed organizations like the Gates Foundation, CDC, Gavi, UNICEF, WHO/PAHO, and the Sabin Vaccine Institute. Dr. Constenla also serves on advisory committees and contributes to publications in the field of global health.
Dr. Constenla’s vision: To create resilient and equitable health systems through climate-water-health economic solutions that tackle climate change and prioritize overall health.
Our Network: Partnering for a Climate-Water-Smart Future
We're building a community to advance climate resilience and healthier communities. If you're passionate about hydroclimate health economics or climate-water-health economic research, we'd love to connect. ClimawaHealth will be seeking talented professionals and partners as we grow.
Our Strategic Approach
Our strategic momentum and impact are founded on three core pillars:
Pioneering Research: We conduct innovative research in health economics to address climate-water-health impacts and inform evidence-based strategies.
Data-Driven Action: We leverage robust data analysis to provide actionable insights, empowering stakeholders to navigate complex public health economic needs.
Collaborative Partnerships: We foster strong relationships across sectors to co-develop customized solutions that respond to specific climate-water-health challenges and public health economic needs.
Our Ongoing Development and Future Directions
While we are making significant strides, we acknowledge that certain areas, such as enhancing our predictive modeling capabilities and integrating interdisciplinary approaches, are still in development. We are actively pursuing initiatives to strengthen these aspects, ensuring our continued growth and leadership in the field.
Join Us in Shaping a Healthier, More Affordable Future
Partner with ClimawaHealth as we work together to build resilience and promote public health in a changing climate. Together, we can create solutions that not only address current challenges but also pave the way for a sustainable, healthier, and more affordable future for all. Stay connected for updates on our evolving projects and the impactful initiatives we undertake in the field of climate-water-health economics!
Our Mission
Our mission is rooted in a clear vision: to build lasting health resilience and adaptable healthcare systems capable of weathering the intensifying impacts of climate-water variability. We champion evidence-based policy and groundbreaking research to reduce the health burdens borne by communities facing a changing climate, ensuring the well-being of individuals and the integrity of health systems are at the forefront of climate resilience planning. Crucially, we believe this cannot be achieved in isolation. We empower policymakers at all levels of governance, from local to global, as well as health systems and the dedicated frontline caregivers, with the rigorous scientific insights, cutting-edge knowledge, real-world data, essential tools, and incisive economic analysis they need to chart a path forward. Our ultimate goal is steadfast: to champion policies that promote equitable access to healthcare and foster sustainable health outcomes for every community worldwide. We're convinced that true, sustainable resilience takes hold when health, economics, and the environment are brought into alignment.
Our Vision
Our vision is to be the indispensable cornerstone for shaping a future where every level of governance, from local to global, is guided by comprehensive and rigorous scientific insights into the health impacts and healthcare infrastructure challenges arising from climate-water variability. We are committed to empowering communities, particularly the most vulnerable, with cutting-edge knowledge and essential tools to effectively navigate and mitigate the health-related consequences of our evolving climate. Our ultimate goal remains steadfast: to place the well-being of individuals and the integrity of health systems at the forefront of climate resilience planning across all nations. By doing so, we champion policies that ensure equitable access to healthcare, bolster health system resilience, and foster sustainable health outcomes for every community worldwide.
Our Rationale
Climate change is the defining global health challenge of our time, poised to overwhelm healthcare systems worldwide. While the threat is immense, our understanding remains fragmented, particularly in low- and middle-income countries where climate-water vulnerability is most acute. There is a crucial imperative to consolidate existing scientific knowledge, revealing the full spectrum of health impacts and healthcare needs. This unified perspective will enable us to identify critical research gaps and develop targeted, practical, and cost-effective strategies for scientists, healthcare professionals, and policymakers—equipping them to build cost- effective, climate-water resilient health solutions.
Our Services
Our services directly support our strategic approach, allowing you to achieve sustainable and data-driven results. • Comprehensive Analysis: Our multidisciplinary team of experts in health services research, health economics, epidemiology, data science, and policy deliver targeted analyses of public health concerns and climate-water-health impacts that inform evidence-based strategy development. • Actionable Strategy Development: We translate complex research findings and strategy development into actionable steps, ensuring that our clients can develop impactful measures to mitigate health risks associated with climate change. • Partnership Cultivation: We actively pursue collaborations with stakeholders across sectors, thereby enhancing our capability to pursue meaningful change and amplify our collective impact.
Our Global Footprint
At ClimawaHealth, we envision a world where every community thrives in the face of climate-water-health challenges. Operating across Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia Pacific, Sub-Saharan Africa, Europe, and the United States, we are dedicated to strengthening health systems and enhancing community well-being.
Through strategic partnerships, we empower countries with the essential knowledge, tools, and resources needed to effectively combat disease. By cultivating collaborative environments and harnessing local expertise, we amplify our impact and enable communities to implement innovative and sustainable health solutions uniquely crafted to address their specific challenges.
Together, we are not just responding to health crises; we are building resilient futures for generations to come.
Our Commitment to Scientific Excellence & Integrity
We pledge to uphold fairness, embrace a broad spectrum of viewpoints, and foster a sense of community among our researchers and in the scope of our research endeavors. This commitment involves acknowledging and valuing the full range of diversity in populations—biological and beyond—across nations and worldwide.
Scientific Integrity
At ClimawaHealth, we uphold the highest standards of scientific integrity in all our research and consultancy services. We are committed to providing accurate, unbiased, and reliable data to support informed decision-making for our clients.
Sustainability Commitment
Client-Centric Approach
Understanding and meeting the unique needs of our clients is at the heart of what we do. We work closely with each client to provide tailored solutions that effectively address their specific climate-water-health concerns.
Innovation and Excellence
We strive for excellence in every project, leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovative methodologies to provide the most effective and efficient solutions. Our team is constantly exploring new ideas to stay at the forefront of climate-water-health research.
Community Engagement
At ClimawaHealth, we harness the transformative power of community involvement. We are committed to actively engaging with local communities and beyond to elevate awareness and foster collaboration on pressing climate-water-health issues. By uniting diverse voices and perspectives, we ensure a collective and robust response to sustainable development, driving meaningful change for a healthier future.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
We pledge to uphold fairness, embrace a broad spectrum of viewpoints, and foster a sense of community among our researchers and in the scope of our research endeavors. This commitment involves acknowledging and valuing the full range of diversity in populations—biological and beyond—across nations and worldwide.
Our Future: Driving Innovation in Climate-Water-Health Economics
ClimawaHealth is committed to advancing the field of climate-water-health economics through innovation, strategic partnerships, and continuous improvement. We are actively: Strengthening our Expertise: We are actively cultivating strategic partnerships and assembling an expert advisory board, to expand our data analytics capabilities and integrate emerging technologies. Open Invitation: We welcome fellow collaborators who share our passion for creating a healthier, more climate-resilient world to connect and partner with us. Shaping the future together: We are actively paving the way for innovative solutions that will transform our understanding of hydroclimate risks and their consequences. We invite you to stay tuned for updates on our evolving projects and initiatives! As we navigate this critical field, ClimawaHealth believes that proactive engagement is essential for realizing a healthier, more sustainable future for all.