Building a better future together

We’re helping Maple Ridge move to a low-carbon economy through communication, education and action.

2024 Climate Champion Award nomination now open! 

Do you know of a local citizen, organization or business who is working hard to make a change and mitigate the effects of climate change? Nominate them for the 2024 Climate Champion Awards here.

THE CHANGES WE NEED

Net zero emissions

Our goal is for Maple Ridge to reach net zero emissions by 2050, compared to 2010.
To do this we need to measure current emissions, set interim targets, and create an action plan to meet this goal.

Compact communities

We see a future where work, schools, shops and community spaces are all a walkable distance from homes.
To accomplish this, land use planning must favour walking, biking and transit, complemented by abundant green space and urban wild landscapes.

Green transportation

Widespread, accessible public transit must be the cornerstone of how we get around.
And we need safe bike lanes and bike share programs for cyclists, with extensive pedestrian networks to encourage walking.
Electric vehicles in all their variety will become the norm, and the charging infrastructure will expand.

Housing and buildings

Buildings are major drivers of emissions, from construction materials to heating, cooling and lighting once they're built.
We can start right now to retrofit existing buildings and create new ones that are better for the planet, more affordable to operate, and healthier for people to occupy.

Green infrastructure

Urban forests and waterways help communities cope with climate change impacts and contribute to the health and well-being of residents.
Cities must understand, manage and value our natural assets the same way we manage and value our built environment.

Circular economy

In a circular economy, products are designed to last longer. They can be repaired when broken and recycled when no longer functional. They biodegrade safely at the end of their lifecycle.
We must build a circular economy that balances the social, environmental and economic needs of our people.

News and Blog

Protecting British Columbia’s Biodiversity: A Guide for Maple Ridge Residents

Definition: Biodiversity (short for biological diversity) can be defined as the diversity of plants, animals, and other living organisms in all their forms and levels of organization. It includes the...

Understanding the Zero Carbon Step Code and What It Means for the Residents of Maple Ridge

In recent years, Maple Ridge has been taking significant steps towards sustainable development and reducing its carbon footprint. Two key initiatives in this movement are the implementation of the BC...

Financial offers for making climate-friendly changes that benefit the planet and your pocket

We have put together a list of financial offers available to residents of Maple Ridge who are looking to make climate-friendly changes and are considering the financials. These programs may have...

Feb. 5 – March 11 – Climate Solutions: from knowledge to action. A 5-part series

If you’re ready to learn more and take action, join this five-part series of interactive workshops from February 5 – March 11. In these sessions, we’ll focus on: Dates:Monday, Feb 5...

Time for a new furnace? Consider a heat pump

If it’s time to replace your furnace, there are lots of reasons to consider a heat pump. Our family’s main purpose was to reduce the climate impact that came from burning gas to heat our home. That...

New Parks, Recreation & Culture Plan downplays the importance of nature and the environment

Statements, goals, and strategies to honour nature and protect the environment have traditionally formed a major part of Maple Ridge’s parks, recreation and cultural planning.  However, in the...

Alouette River development: Controversy, climate and reconciliation

The recent discovery of the bodies of more than 200 children buried in unmarked graves on the grounds of the Kamloops Residential School hit many of us in a visceral way that even the agonizing...

Taking the electric vehicle plunge

I bought my 2001 apple red Honda Accord when it was two years old. The prized ride of an elderly gent who had recently given up driving, this little darling had only 20,000 well-maintained clicks when...

Maple Ridge Transportation Plan ready for five-year overhaul

Last week I went for a bike ride. I’m one of the lucky ones who worked from home even before COVID-19 came to visit, so my work routine hasn’t suffered while we all stay at home and master the art of...

WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

Stay up-to-date with news on climate action from BC, across Canada and around the world.

Come to events held by the Climate Hub and other local organizations.

Contribute your time and talents to the fight against climate change.