Step 2: Map your Community

Do you know much about the trees on your block? Have you ever tried to inventory important things on your block and consider their links to climate change? Do you live on a high carbon or low carbon block? The activities in this section will help you see your surroundings in a new way, and learn to use some simple mapping techniques.

Urban Forest Quest

Investigate “squirrel habitat” (tree canopy) and other features of your urban forest.

Climate Change Detective Quest

Investigate “car habitat” and other signs of climate change.

Carbon Visual Quest

Learn about how much carbon dioxide is emmitted in your neighbourhood.

Habitat Mapping

To quickly identify different types of “habitats” or surfaces in your neighbourhood.

Vulnerability Mapping

To quickly identify possible risks to the neighbourhood from climate change.