The Town of Gibsons says a more resilient approach is needed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and that is exactly what they intend to do.
They’ve released their Low Carbon Resilience Climate Action Plan which they say will be adaptive as the town continues to look into the future.
“The Plan will combine climate mitigation (reducing emissions) with climate adaptation (adjusting to changing conditions to build resilience to climate impacts) into a single, forward-looking framework,” they say.
The plan is a collaboration of several key stakeholders made up from local organizations, youth, seniors, and climate experts, and mayor Silas White says it’s a huge step in the right direction.
“Gibsons has long been a recognized leader in climate action practices and planning,” he says. “This plan represents the next big step, integrating climate science, community input, and local leadership into a practical roadmap to build resilience for our town and help it thrive in the face of change.”
It’ll also look at transportation, buildings, strengthen risk education and preparedness along with several methods to reduce emissions, with final recommendations being presented to council in late 2025.
The town has launched a survey to ensure the plan aligns with the community’s values and priorities and is now available on their website.
