This is Global Day of Climate Action

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Monday, 25 September 2023 16:00

By Tonya Organ

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Environment and Climate Change Minister Bernard Davis says “we have a shared responsibility in combatting climate change challenges and protecting our environment for generations to come.''

Today is Global Day of Climate Action. Environment and Climate Change Minister Bernard Davis says “we have a shared responsibility in combatting climate change challenges and protecting our environment for generations to come.''As of this year, Government has implemented or taken action on all 45 items recommended in the 2019-2024 Climate Change Action Plan. The development of two new climate change action plans are currently underway and will cover the period from 2025 to 2030. 

 

 

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