British Columbia, Canada: West Kootenay climate change study - local scientists say time for action is now

Suzy Hamilton reports for the Nelson Daily, on a three-year climate change study conducted by West Kootenay (British Columbia, Canada) scientists.

The study revealed that forest fires and insect infestations due to stressed conditions would also be significant.

She writes, a series of workshops with local foresters and other stakeholders identified barriers to adaptation to the climate changes. They include: Lack of funding, lack of government leadership, and an unresponsive regulatory framework.