BWG's Draft Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Strategy (CCMAS)
Consulting firm, Climate Compass Advisors, has been retained by the Town of BWG to develop a Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Strategy (CCMAS) to address climate change risks and help the community adapt to a changing climate.
Background
The CCMAS for Bradford West Gwillimbury aims to reduce both the municipalities and the broader community's carbon footprint while preparing for the impacts of climate change. Developed through consultation with residents, businesses, and experts, the strategy outlines specific actions in four key areas:
- Strong Governance: Strengthening municipal services, decision-making, and community engagement to integrate climate resilience into all levels of government and community activities.
- Resilient, Low-Carbon Infrastructure: Building sustainable, energy-efficient infrastructure and ensuring urban development that reduces greenhouse gas emissions, supports renewable energy, and promotes climate resilience.
- Thriving Natural Environment: Protecting and restoring natural areas, supporting biodiversity, and encouraging sustainable land use practices that mitigate climate change.
- Healthy and Prosperous Community: Enhancing community preparedness, addressing climate-related health risks, and fostering green economic opportunities through sustainable businesses and climate-smart investments.
Have Your Say!
We want to hear from you! Your feedback is essential to ensuring it reflects the needs and priorities of our community.
Whether you’re a resident, business owner, landowner, or visitor, your input will help shape the actions and goals to address the climate challenges facing BWG.
View the draft Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Strategy and complete the survey below!
Thank you for helping to shape a sustainable future for our community.
Upcoming Dates
The project team will also be hosting a Public Open House
Date: December 10, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: BWG Library and Cultural Centre, 425 Holland St W, Bradford in the Zima Room
The Open House will feature a presentation from our consultant, Climate Compass Advisors, followed by a Q&A session with Town staff and the consultant. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the strategy’s development and discuss how you can support its implementation.
We look forward to hearing your thoughts and collaborating toward a more climate-resilient future!
FAQ
What is climate change? |
Climate change refers to the long-term changes in global temperatures and weather patterns. While the earth’s |
What is climate mitigation versus adaption? |
There are two ways to address climate change:
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Is climate change real? |
There is a strong consensus (99% of climate scientists agree) that climate change is already occurring and is |
What is the IPCC? |
The IPCC is the United Nations body for assessing the science related to climate change. Created in 1988 by |
How much climate change can we handle? |
In 2016, the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change’s (UNFCCC) Paris Agreement was |
If we limited GHG emissions today, will we still need to adapt? |
If we eliminated all GHG emissions today, unfortunately we would continue to feel the affects of climate change |
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