Climate change is the gradual global increase in temperature that impacts various elements of the climate differently depending on where you live. This change is caused by the increase in various gases, referred to as greenhouse gases (GHGs), being released into the atmosphere, primarily carbon dioxide from the burning of fossil fuels such as oil, gasoline, natural gas, coal, etc.
The impacts from climate change are happening in Woolwich. They include increased extreme rain events, increased hot days and hot nights and longer heat waves, poorer air quality, increased winter precipitation and shorter warmer winter seasons.
Collectively as a community, and as individuals, we need to focus on reducing our carbon emissions and move toward a carbon neutral future by 2050. This means reducing our emissions as much as possible, and putting in place means of absorbing carbon (such as trees) to offset those emissions.
Woolwich Climate Action has created events for Woolwich residents about ways to reduce their carbon footprint. Past events include Talk to an Owner about Solar Panels, Heat Pumps 101, Striving to Net Zero in your Home. Please click here (events page) to learn about upcoming Climate Action events. All are Welcome at these no cost events.
