Almost 6,000 British Columbians have shared their climate change views with government by taking the Climate Leadership Plan survey – the first in a series of public consultations to help develop the Province’s new climate plan.

The survey closed Aug. 17 2015, and a summary of the survey results is being prepared. So far, almost 50 written submissions have been received. These submissions will be available on the Climate Leadership Plan website after the consultation period ends.

Some time remains, however, for citizens to submit detailed comments as part of this initial consultation phase. Until Sept. 14, 2015, comprehensive written submissions can be sent to: climateleadershipplan@gov.bc.ca

Government plans to release a draft Climate Leadership Plan in December 2015. British Columbians then will have another opportunity to provide input on the specific policies and actions proposed once the Climate Leadership Team has provided feedback and made recommendations to government.

The final Climate Leadership Plan will be released by government in spring 2016.

The Climate Leadership Plan discussion paper and further information on the development of this plan can be viewed at: http://engage.gov.bc.ca/climateleadership/