Board Approves Organizational Climate Change Strategy
The strategy builds on the 2021 Climate Change Action Plan to guide Engineers and Geoscientists BC, as an organization, to address climate change throughout its operational and regulatory activities.
The strategy outlines two overarching goals:
- Lead by example through operational initiatives that advance climate action and resilience
- Support registrants in effectively reducing emissions, managing climate risk, and integrating sustainability into professional practice
The strategy will be implemented in phases over the next five years, led by Engineers and Geoscientists BC’s Climate Change and Sustainability team.
Annual progress reports for the Board and registrants will start in June 2026. A formal mid-term review will be conducted to help ensure the strategy achieves the intended goals and objectives and is aligned with emerging science, regulatory shifts, and equity-related priorities. The review will include environmental scans, Indigenous partner feedback, and registrant input.
The strategy supports Engineers and Geoscientists BC’s public interest mandate under the Professional Governance Act along with the Strategic Plan and is in alignment with the updated Climate Change Position Statement.
As such, registrants are encouraged to understand and consider their responsibilities about climate change in their practice. For more information, contact [email protected].
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