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. As global citizens, as citizens of Canada and Saskatchewan, we must accept our role in contributing to greenhouse gas emissions, as well as our responsibility to do our part to reduce emissions and address the challenges of climate change.

Today, the Government of Saskatchewan re-introduced its climate change legislation that establishes the framework for how the province will meet its target for reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 20 per cent from 2006 levels by 2020 and foster innovation in low-carbon technologies. Read More.

Read the proposed Act here.  A summary of this bill can be found here.

This overview highlights the main features of The Management and Reduction of Green House Gases Act and summarizes the government's plan going forward to implement it.
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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. Read More.

To read MOU click here.

The Ministry of Environment conducted stakeholder consultations on proposed legislation to regulate greenhouse gas emissions in the province which was introduced in the Spring 2009 session of the provincial legislature. A backgrounder on the scope of these consultations can be found here.

A new round of consultation is set to begin to further develop the regulations for greenhouse gas emissions in the province.

Members of the public are also invited to comment. Please send any comments you have to Kim Graybiel, Director, Corporate Policy and Planning, Ministry of Environment at kim.graybiel@gov.sk.ca by May 5, 2009.

1. Anti-Idling - The Ministry of Environment has developed a multifaceted vehicle idling awareness program to support and encourage Saskatchewan citizens, businesses and industry to reduce their carbon footprint through conscientious driving habits.
   
   
2. Programs for Individuals and Homeowners / Residential Users - The Government of Saskatchewan offers a number of programs to assist individuals and homeowners/residential users reduce their GHG emissions in their day-to-day lives.
   
   
3. Programs for Businesses / Institutions and Communities - The Government of Saskatchewan offers a number of programs to assist businesses, institutions and communities reduce their GHG emissions in their day-to-day operations.
   
   
4. Recycling - The Government of Saskatchewan is committed to a healthy environment and a sustainable economy. In this section you will find information on recycling programs in Saskatchewan that directly reduce the amount of GHG entering the atmosphere, through recycling and reusing fossil fuel derived products.
   
   
5. Research and Development Projects - The Government of Saskatchewan has made a financial commitment to assist Saskatchewan residents, businesses, and communities explore and implement cost-effective, greener technologies and practices that balance economic and environmental sustainability.