The Act establishes greenhouse gas emissions targets and Ministerial administration duties; the Minister shall appoint an advisory committee to provide advice to the Minister on how to achieve those targets and other matters the Act also regulates its composition; the Minister shall prepare a report on climate change risks and progress that has been made toward targets, the Act also regulates the content of the report and requirements of indication of climate change risk. This Act is based on the following principles: (a) the achievement of sustainable prosperity in the province shall include all of the following elements: (i) Netukulimk, (ii) sustainable development, (iii) a circular economy, and (iv) an inclusive economy; (b) the achievement of sustainable prosperity is a shared responsibility among all levels of government, non-government organizations and all residents of the province; (c) climate change is recognized as a global emergency requiring urgent action; and (d) such other principles as may be prescribed by the regulations. The long-term objective of the province is to achieve sustainable prosperity and the Premier shall ensure that sustainable prosperity is included in the mandate of every Government department. Targets, goals and initiatives established under this Act and the regulations must align with the following focus areas: (a) the demonstration of leadership in sustainable prosperity; (b) the support of the transition to cleaner energy, more sustainable sources for electricity generation, improved energy efficiency and cleaner transportation; (c) climate change mitigation and adaptation; (d) the creation of conditions supporting a circular economy; (e) the creation of conditions supporting an inclusive economy; (f) the conservation and sustainable use of natural assets and support for biodiversity; and (g) any other focus areas prescribed by the regulations.
Canada · 2020-01-01