Last Fall, Government announced the most ambitious climate target in the country; to be Net Zero by 2040. Today, Government released its plan on how to help guide industry, business and all Islanders to get there. The plan, 2040 Net Zero Framework, “Accelerating our transition to...
Rapid 21st century climate change projected to shift composition and growth of Canada’s Acadian Forest Region
Investments in climate change research, scientific innovation and post-secondary education are essential for providing increased access to higher learning for Canadians, and to develop meaningful collaboration with communities, industry leaders, researchers and regional...
A new provincial fund will support creativity and community-led solutions to address climate change. A $3-million commitment being delivered over the next three years, the Climate Challenge Fund will provide up to $100,000 to support projects that either reduce greenhouse gas...
The PEI Government has recently conducted a Seafood Sector Climate Risk and Opportunity Assessment.
New resources are available to help Islanders learn more about the risks of coastal and inland flooding, which is increasing due to climate change. PEI’s 3000-kilometre coast is made up of beaches, sand dunes, cliffs, marshes, bays, estuaries, and inlets. The Island’s coastline...
The Net Zero Advisory Committee is an advisory group with a legislated mandate in Section 8 of the Net Zero Carbon Act (2020) to provide advice based on diverse experience, knowledge, and evidence to the Minister of Environment, Energy, and Climate Action on matters respecting...
Sustainable transportation means choosing transportation options that are more efficient and have less of an impact on the environment.
The provincial government is seeking input from Islanders to help develop an action plan that will shape future sustainable transportation needs. Islanders are encouraged to provide their ideas and feedback by completing an online questionnaire at www.princeedwardisland.ca...
Building on the work in the State of the Coast Report, the Canadian Center for Climate Change and Adaptation at UPEI has made a number of recommendations for future action and policy direction.