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• The optimal indicators of environmental health
may not have been identified.
• Predictions of how current activities will affect
the environment may not be accurate enough.
• Policies, programs and actions to address environmental
impacts may not be appropriate or adequate.
• Road development, water consumption and discharge
of pollutants into the environment continue to affect air,
water and habitat quality.
• Rapid expansion of human activities continues to
alter habitat and increase the number of species at risk.
• Development and human activity heightens conflicts
between wildlife and humans.
• Emissions such as carbon dioxide and other gases
that contribute to atmospheric warming have increased markedly.
• Negative perceptions about environmental practices
in British Columbia may adversely affect international markets.
• If others do not take appropriate action to share
responsibility for the environment, ministry actions may
not be enough to mitigate impacts.
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• Audit the effectiveness of outcome measures and
results to determine the best environmental indicators for
future reporting.
• Facilitate ways to incorporate reporting information
(e.g., Environmental Trends reports) into priority setting,
policy development and performance measurement.
• Continue to support initiatives to limit air and
water emissions.
• Respond to and participate in national and international
environmental initiatives (e.g., oil and gas exploration).
• Continue to support environmentally responsible
production practices and product stewardship programs.
• Continue to work with the public and industry to
develop strategies and partnerships related to identifying,
protecting and recovering species and certification of resource
industries.
• Use outcome reporting to provide current and scientifically
credible information to media, educators and policy-makers
to foster awareness of environmental issues in decision-making
and encourage stewardship.
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