The climate in B.C. has already changed and will continue to change in the future.
Climate impacts are already being felt in B.C. and are likely to increase in severity. Historical and ongoing greenhouse gas emissions mean that climate impacts will continue for decades.
Public sector organizations need to consider climate risks to protect public assets and ensure that quality services are maintained in a changing climate.
Climate risk management is the process to:
By understanding and preparing for climate change we can reduce the cost and consequences of climate change impacts in B.C.
The Climate Change Accountability Act requires the province to report publicly starting in 2020 on the following:
Actions taken by public sector organizations will be part of this report.
Explore resources for Public Sector Organizations. Learn more about climate risk management and adaptation.
If you are a public sector organization with questions about climate risk management, feel free to contact the Climate Risk Management Team, part of the Climate Action Secretariat.
Join the Public Sector Climate Risk and Resilience Community of Practice, open to all BC public sector organizations! Contact climaterisk@gov.bc.ca for more information.
For more information visit our Case Studies page.
Fact sheets for addressing the impacts of climate change on health:
Explore more resources for PSOs and on climate change adaptation.