What If and So What in Northwest Canada: Could Climate Change Make a Difference to the Future of the Mackenzie Basin?
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Creator | The Arctic Institute of North America |
| Summary | The article discusses the potential impacts of global climate change, particularly warming, on the Canadian Arctic. A study focused on the Mackenzie Basin in northwestern Canada reveals that regional stakeholders anticipate more frequent landslides due to thawing permafrost, lower water levels in rivers and lakes, more forest fires, and reduced softwood yields. While there could be benefits from a longer growing season and ice-free conditions, these may be outweighed by the negative impacts. Stakeholders expressed confidence in their ability to adapt if the climate change is predictable and gradual, though some significant challenges remain, especially for renewable resources and aboriginal communities. |
| Local Relevance | This article describes how the Mackenzie Basin in NWT is impacted by global warming. The provincial and territorial governments and Indigenous organizations are confident in their adaptation. |
| Notes | |
| Tags | Mackenzie River Basin,Permafrost,Wildfire,Water Levels |
| Geographic Region | NWT |
| Release Date | 1997-12-01 |
| Last Modified Date | 1997-12-01 |
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