Local Government Climate Action
Municipalities and regional districts play an important role in both climate change mitigation and adaptation. Almost every local government in B.C. has committed to climate action under the B.C. Climate Action Charter.
Climate Action Charter
The B.C. Climate Action Charter is a voluntary agreement between the B.C. government, the Union of B.C. Municipalities and each local government signatory to take action on climate change.
Local Government Climate Change Mitigation
Climate change mitigation refers to efforts taken to reduce or prevent the emissions of greenhouse gases. Local government climate change mitigation is done both at corporate and community-wide levels.
Local Government Climate Change Adaptation
Climate change adaptation involves preparing for projected changes in climate and the impacts they will have on natural systems and human communities.
Mitigation & Adaptation Examples
Find local government examples of mitigation and adaptation action:
- The Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program (CARIP) annual summary report provides details on climate actions being taken by local governments in B.C.
- The BC Climate Action Toolkit provides up-to-date links to best practices, tools and resources.
