Langley, BC

Resolutions, Ordinances, or Other Climate Legislation

This assessment is based on 1 piece of legislation. The Township of Langley declared a climate emergency in July 2019 and is developing a comprehensive Climate Action Strategy to reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions (the gases that trap heat in the atmosphere and contribute to climate change) across both municipal operations and the broader community. The strategy will also help prepare residents and infrastructure for climate impacts already underway, such as extreme weather and changing precipitation patterns. The township plans to review and update its emission reduction targets to match standards set by regional, provincial, and federal governments, with recommendations to be presented to Council in fall 2019.

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Reports & Planning Documents

This overview is based on one climate action strategy from the Township of Langley. The strategy focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions from transportation, buildings, agriculture, and waste through five major initiatives including Safe and Sustainable Transportation, Zero Emission New Buildings, and Resilient Natural Systems. Over 140 specific actions address eight priority areas, with implementation tracked through annual reports and five-year comprehensive reviews using key performance indicators. The plan also includes adaptation measures to address extreme weather, heat stress, and drought conditions.

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