This Law establishes the Code of Socio-Environmental Governance, Sustainable Use of Natural Resources and Climate Change of the State of Amapá. Socio-environmental governance is the management model for public policies for the protection and sustainable use of natural resources, based on the participation of public and private institutions, civil society organizations, and various social actors in the decision-making process and founded on everyone's commitment to future generations. The State of Amapá will promote public and private measures and initiatives aimed at mitigating the adverse effects of climate change, especially on indigenous peoples and traditional communities, including quilombolas, extractivists, artisanal fishers, and small family farmers, among others. The Environment, Sustainable Use of Natural Resources and Climate Change Policy aims to ensure present and future generations the right to a balanced environment, making environmental preservation and conservation actions compatible with the socioeconomic development of the region and the adoption of measures aimed at mitigating the adverse effects of Climate Change.
Brazil · 2025-01-25