| 7.12 | Collaborate with the Essex Region Conservation Authority and the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit on their climate change mitigation and adaptation planning - Provide data, resources and support for regional climate change planning as needed; Encourage and support the completion of floodplain mapping for our regional watersheds; Incorporate climate change considerations in food security communications and programming; Support the work of the Windsor Essex Food Policy Council. Lead: ESCC; ERCA; WEC Health Unit; Essex County Federation of Agriculture. Supporting Role: CDHS. | Short-Term | $ | Low | |
| 7.13 | Assess new opportunities for different forms of business and tourism as a result of a changing climate - Educate and encourage local businesses and the tourism industry to implement adaptation actions to prepare for our climate future (e.g. cooling options for outdoor patios); Promote "shoulder seasons" as a great time for tourism in Windsor Essex; Work with businesses to encourage climate resilience and tourism related services. Lead: Tourism Windsor Essex. Supporting Role: Parks; ERCA; Point Peelee National Park. | Short-Term | $ | Low |
Timelines
Short-Term: < 5 years
Medium Term: 5-10 years
Long Term: > 10 years
Estimated Costs
$ = <$100,000
$$ = $100,000-$500,000
$$$ = $500,000-$1,000,000
$$$$ = >$1,000,000