Canada has launched its first-ever national strategy that has been created to address issues such as increased flooding, wildfires, and melting permafrost. The strategy aims to help communities adapt themselves to the severe weather conditions that are arising due to climate change. The severity of climate impacts has been highlighted by the Environment Minister, Steven Guilbeault. One such event is the chain of spring wildfires across multiple provinces and territories. The strategy will work in tandem with initiatives to reduce damages caused by greenhouse gas emissions, work on health outcomes, and build more resilient infrastructure to protect nature and biodiversity. … Continue reading Canada Launches Landmark Strategy to Confront Climate Change After Record-breaking Climate Disasters