Council of Ministers Resolution No. 59/2001, approving the strategy to take towards climate change.

Subject

Environment gen.

Keyword

Climate change Research Access-to-information Education

Geographical area

Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, North Atlantic, North-East Atlantic, Southern Europe

Abstract

This Resolution approves the strategy to take towards climate change. For this purpose the Portuguese state wishes to: a) Ratify the Kyoto Protocol; b) Fulfil the emission limitation objective; c) Observe and study the nations climate and caracterize its vulnerability; d) Broaden the extent of sectorial policies and measures; e) Potentiate the resort towards market mechanisms; f) Study forestry and soil agricultural use management; g) Broaden public awareness especially to the younger elements of society; h) Broaden the role of the Climate Change Commission; i) Establish an operational structure for climate change; j) Develop and improve an information and communication system.

Full text

Portuguese

References - Legislation

Repealed by

Strategic Framework on Climate Policy.

Legislation | Portugal | 2015

Keyword: Climate change, Environmental planning, Environmental standards, Polluter pays principle, Institution, Emissions, Ozone layer, Policy/planning, Disasters

Source: FAO, FAOLEX