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National Policy on Combating Climate Change, 2007 Justine Conaty Legal Services Division National Summit on Climate Change Apia, May 28-29, 2009
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Background The Policy was drafted to: implement Samoa’s international obligations under the UNFCCC and Kyoto Protocol; and ensure Samoa is in the best possible position to deal with climate change.
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What does the Policy do? The Policy sets out Samoa’s response to climate change. It provides a national framework for effective and sustainable adaptation to the adverse impacts of climate change and mitigation of Samoa’s contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions.
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National Climate Change Framework National Policy on Combating Climate Change National Adaptation Programme of Action National Greenhouse Gas Abatement Strategy
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Policy goal To enhance Samoa’s response to the impacts of climate change in support of national sustainable development goals.
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Policy objectives Public awareness and understanding Climate change information management Capacity-building Mitigation Adaptation Regulatory framework
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Policy benefits The Policy contributes to the achievement of sustainable development through: Informed decision-making; Environmental planning and assessment; Targeted action on climate change adaptation and mitigation; International cooperation and partnerships; and Strengthened national capacity to respond to climate change.
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