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Climate Change - Yukon Government Initiatives

The Government of Yukon already has many actions underway which help us adapt to climate change impacts or reduce our greenhouse gas emissions.

Ultimately it will be the collective action of Yukoners that determines whether or not we will successfully adapt to climate change in the North.

 

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Climate Change Strategy (2006)

Sets out the government's role and key goals for its response to climate change.

 

 

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The Climate Change Action Plan (2009)

Sets out how the Yukon government gives practical effect to the Climate Change Strategy. It shows how actions already underway as well as new or enhanced actions will help advance government priorities.

 

 

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A Snapshot: Yukon Government Actions on Climate Change during 2006 & 2007 (2008)

A summary of all Yukon government actions in response to climate change during the period 2006 to 2007.

 

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The Northern Climate ExChange

is a partnership among the Government of Canada, Yukon College and the Government of Yukon. It was established to share information and promote understanding of the challenges and issues around climate change.

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Energy Solutions Center

A service and program delivery agency for federal and Yukon government programs relating to energy efficiency and renewable energy.

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Yukon Housing Corporation

The Government of Yukon’s leader in providing information on healthy, energy efficient designs and products for houses.

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The Energy Strategy for Yukon

Details a long-term vision for the responsible development of energy resources for the benefit of Yukon's people, businesses and the environment.

 

 

 

Contact The Climate Change Secretariat

Environment Yukon

Government of Yukon

Box 2703 (V-1)
Whitehorse, Yukon
Canada Y1A 2C6

Phone: 867-633-7971
Toll free (in Yukon): 1-800-661-0408 local 7971
Fax: 867-456-6124

Email: diane.gunter@gov.yk.ca

 

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