As the impacts of climate change become more evident, building climate resilience is essential for the future of the Columbia Basin. To support residents and communities in taking action and adapting to these changes, the Columbia Basin Climate Source website has been updated with a more user-friendly design. The site—a Columbia Basin Trust initiative developed by Selkirk Innovates—is available at basinclimatesource.ca.
“Basin residents have expressed a strong desire for clear, locally relevant information to help them understand the impacts of climate change and what they can do to build resilience in their communities,” said Will Nixon, Director, Delivery of Benefits, Columbia Basin Trust. “The updated Climate Source website now offers the tools, inspiration and resources people need to take climate action and contribute to a more resilient region.”
Originally launched in 2019 and expanded in 2021, the earlier version of the site primarily presented data through maps. The revamped site now features easier navigation and new content, organized into three key themes:
• Understand local impacts: Learn how climate change is affecting the environment, economy and communities across the Basin, including detailed climate projections for specific areas.
• Learn what you can do: Find practical, actionable ways individuals and households can reduce emissions, conserve resources and support local resilience.
• Explore local solutions: Discover community-led projects and initiatives underway across the Basin, from clean energy solutions to climate adaptation efforts.
“Everything on the website has been designed with the Basin’s unique needs in mind,” said Lauren Rethoret, Project Manager and Lead Researcher, Selkirk College. “We want users to feel empowered with the knowledge they need to reduce emissions, adapt to climate change, and work together to build a more resilient region.”
Columbia Basin Trust supports the efforts of the people in the Columbia Basin. To learn more about the Trust’s programs and initiatives, and how it helps deliver social, economic and environmental benefits to the Basin, visit ourtrust.org or call 1.800.505.8998.
