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The National Strategy for the Environment 2050 has been launched for public consultation by the Ministry for the Environment, Energy and Enterprise and the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA).
It was explained that this is a first for Malta, and the National Strategy for the Environment (NSE) defines the core objectives of the country’s future actions, policy plans and investments for a better quality of life, a healthier, sustainable environment and a climate-neutral economy.
The strategy focuses on eight strategic goals, namely clean air, quality neighbourhoods, zero waste, sustainable water resources, flourishing seas, resilient land resources, thriving biodiversity and enabling the green transition.
Addressing the launch of the public consultation, Minister for the Environment, Energy and Enterprise Miriam Dalli said, “his is a strategy for a nation. It spells out the rights and duties of everyone – individuals, localities, the public sector, voluntary organisations and the private sector – as we work together to tackle our principal environmental challenges today, so that we and our children can enjoy healthier, more sustainable lifestyles in the next three decades.”
The NSE is derived from the ‘Wellbeing First Vision for Malta’s Environment 2050’, which was adopted in November 2020.
The NSE translates this vision into more specific strategic goals and objectives for the next 30 years. This strategy was drafted by ERA following an extensive consultation process with over 60 stakeholders, including policymakers, academics, the business community and the voluntary sector.
Kevin Mercieca, ERA’s Acting CEO, stated that, “the NSE addresses the key drivers behind our national environmental challenges, pushing for sustainable economic growth whilst laying out what can enable the required green transition through a range of effective policy responses.”
The NSE consultation document and other related details are available at https://era.org.mt/nse2050/.
ERA is inviting the public to participate in this consultation process by sending feedback by email on nse@era.org.mt, consultation period now extended until Friday, the 4th of November.
Photo by Alain Salvary
