In an era of rapid environmental change, planetary health has emerged as a key discipline, linking human well-being with the state of Earth's natural systems. The planetary boundaries framework is central to this perspective. It defines the limits within which humanity can operate safely without destabilising the Earth system. Exceeding these limits threatens the foundations of health, food security, and sustainable development. Addressing these risks requires an integrated approach that brings together environmental science, medicine, policy, and social innovation.

This event aimed to foster dialogue and collaboration between the European Parliament and scientists working in the field of planetary health. Participants engaged in discussions about the possibilities, challenges and opportunities within the field of planetary health by sharing scientific perspectives and exploring the latest research. The event seeked to expand understanding of this evolving discipline and inspire transformative action to maintain the resilience of our planet and ensure the well-being of current and future generations.

14:00 - 14:05 Welcome and introductory remarks

· Nicolás GONZÁLEZ CASARES

MEP and member of the Panel for the Future of Science and Technology (STOA)

14:05 - 14:25 Keynote address "People and Planet: Perspectives on Planetary Health"

· Prof. Johan ROCKSTRÖM

Director at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) and Professor in Earth System Science, Potsdam University

14:25 - 14:35 Q&A session

14:35 - 15:40 Panel: Exchange of views on planetary health discipline as a discipline for future: possibilities, challenges and opportunities

Moderated by Dr. Vanessa HARRIS

· Prof. Dr. Pim MARTENS

Professor of Planetary Health and scientific director System Earth Science, Maastricht University

· Prof. Josep Maria ANTÓ

Senior Research Professor at the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) and Professor Emeritus of Medicine at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF)

· Dr. Chiara CADEDDU

Theme Chair of Planetary Health and Associate Professor at the Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management at the Erasmus University Rotterdam

· Dr. Vanessa HARRIS

Infectious diseases physician and researcher, Amsterdam University Medical Centers (UMC), University of Amsterdam

15:40 - 15:55 Q&A session

15:55 - 16:00 Closing remarks

· Nicolás GONZÁLEZ CASARES

MEP and member of the Panel for the Future of Science and Technology (STOA)

The event was recorded via the link below.

The event was held in English only, without interpretation.