HALIFAX—For the next month, Nova Scotians interested in a “clean environment and healthy economy” are being asked to provide input on new legislation.

The new legislation will update the Environmental Goals and Sustainable Prosperity Act, which was first passed in 2007. In a media release, the Nova Scotia Environment Department said many of the goals under the act have been completed and “progress is being made on others.”

The Environmental Goals and Sustainable Prosperity Act includes 25 goals for cleaner energy, climate change, healthy air and water, biodiversity and sustainability leadership. A total of 14 goals have been completed, with 11 in progress.

The province said the proposed new legislation would focus on advancing similar priorities.

“We are leaders in fighting climate change, waste diversion and energy efficiency, just to name a few,” Environment Minister Gordon Wilson said in the release. “I’m looking forward to hearing what Nova Scotians have to say as we continue to grow our green economy across the province.”

Nova Scotians can provide feedback and input into the new legislation effective from now until Sept. 27. Information about the new legislation is posted on the province’s website and participants are asked to provide answers to three questions and submit their feedback via email.

The questions are:

What are your thoughts on the proposed objectives and key concepts?

What are your thoughts on the six areas of focus? Are there other areas we should consider?

The Minister’s Round Table on Environment and Sustainable Prosperity recommended that we rename this legislation the Sustainable Prosperity Act. Do you agree?

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