In order to define Blue Carbon more accurately, we investigated a new concept, namely, Urban Blue Carbon, which is composed of complex components produced by cities and urban areas. For this research, we conducted a field study to measure the CO2 absorption and fixation volume of Urban Blue Carbon.

This data on the Boundary Bay salt marsh will provide policy-relevant carbon estimates for municipalities (Delta and Surrey) and the BC government. If carbon services can be accurately measured when assessing a coastal ecosystem, then these services may be introduced as an added benefit when decision-makers consider plans for managing or preserving the ecosystem.

The GCAP outlines ten goal areas and 15 measurable targets to guide Vancouver toward becoming the greenest city in the world by 2020. The plan was approved by City Council in 2011. Since then, 80% of the high priority actions named in the plan have been completed.

Scientists project that Vancouver will experience increased annual precipitation and temperatures, with hotter, drier summers…Adaptation refers to actions taken to respond to the impacts of climate change by taking advantage of opportunities, or reducing the associated risks.