New provincial climate change action plan to cover the next five years

    Tuesday, 1 July 2025 19:35

    By Tonya Organ

    The two plans build on the 45 actions that were completed through the 2019-24 Climate Change Action Plans and include 54 actions to help achieve the global target of reaching net zero emissions by 2050. 

    Government has announced two new provincial Climate Change Action Plans for the 2025-30 period. This will guide further efforts to reduce emissions, and assist communities in adapting to the realities of climate change. The two plans build on the 45 actions that were completed through the 2019-24 Climate Change Action Plans and include 54 actions to help achieve the global target of reaching net zero emissions by 2050.  Environment and Climate Change Minister  Scott Reid says “Addressing our changing climate and its impact on residents, communities, governments and businesses is crucial as we face increased climate emergencies across the province.” 

     

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