The French Federation of Hospital and Health Care Professionals (FHF) is proposing the creation of a "green fund" with one billion euros annually, aimed at supporting public health and social care facilities, as well as medical faculties, beginning in 2027. This initiative is intended to help these institutions adapt to the growing challenges posed by climate change. The request comes in the wake of a particularly difficult summer for patients and medical staff, marked by extreme heat. By the end of August, France had experienced 52 days of intense heatwaves, which were linked to more than 7,300 excess deaths. Arnaud Robinet, president of the FHF, described the efforts of healthcare teams during this period as a "human and organizational feat." Medical staff adapted their operations to ensure continued care, protect vulnerable individuals, and maintain all essential services. Meanwhile, Dr. Yann Penverne, president of Samu-Urgences de France, called the summer of 2026 "extraordinary" and "shocking." The period saw four major heatwave episodes that significantly strained emergency services. During these episodes, activity in SAMU (emergency medical services) increased by an average of 40%, with some areas seeing spikes of up to 60-70%, while emergency services overall saw a rise of up to 30%. Dr. Penverne acknowledged the life-saving efforts of medical professionals, including the use of ultra-early cooling techniques for patients suffering from extreme heat. However, he also pointed out the difficult working conditions faced by healthcare staff. Many did not track their hours, and a majority of hospitals resorted to overtime and additional working time to cope with the increased demand. He emphasized that the summer of 2026 was not just an isolated event but also exposed the vulnerabilities of the healthcare system in the face of climate-related crises. Both Samu-Urgences de France and the FHF are urging the government and relevant institutions to commit to preparing the healthcare system for future climate challenges. They argue that public health establishments must be adequately resourced to protect human lives in the context of increasing climate pressures. The call highlights the need for a more sustainable and resilient approach to healthcare policy in the years ahead.