Saskatchewan is adopting a new, results-based model for environmental regulation that will improve protection of the environment, while promoting innovative new tools in environmental management.

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The single most significant environmental challenge facing the globe and citizens of the earth is the changes in our climate that are occurring as a result of greenhouse gas emissions. The Government of Saskatchewan is committed to finding solutions to the environmental challenges facing our province, our country and our planet.

In Saskatchewan, it is illegal to transport, store, sell or use elm firewood because of the risk of spreading devastating tree diseases, including Dutch elm disease.

The Ministry of Environment is inviting the public to submit their favourite hunting, fishing and trapping themed photos for potential use in the annual Hunters' and Trappers' Guide and the Anglers' Guide.

The Ministry of Environment is starting to track and prioritize contaminated sites in Saskatchewan.  To this end, it has adopted the National Classification System for Contaminated Sites (NCSCS).  Information gathered according to the NCSCS will contribute to a new data base that will be used to identify, track and prioritize impacted sites in the province.  

The Ministry of Environment is once again asking hunters to assist in the management of Saskatchewan wildlife populations. Each year, the ministry asks selected hunters to report on their hunting activities. The information that hunters provide in the Hunter Harvest Survey is extremely important in managing wildlife populations in the province.

Saskatchewan and the Australian State of Victoria have become partners in researching and developing low-carbon technologies, renewable energy sources and plans for adapting to climate change with today's signing of an agreement in Copenhagen.

The Ministry of Environment advises people to be cautious on all frozen water bodies, especially those that have aeration systems.

Environment Minister Nancy Heppner today introduced a new act and amendments to two others that will significantly boost environmental protection in Saskatchewan, while also encouraging responsible economic development in the province.