Pillar 3People & Planet<12 Point Economic Policy /> Goal 5Natural Resources & the Environment for Posterity of the Nation.<12 Point Economic Policy /> Strategy 5.1Ensure a clean environment together with healthy and functioning ecosystems<12 Point Economic Policy /> 5.1.1Promote broad based environmental awareness, with a focus on integrating conservation practices into development and planning processes at all levels, including national accounting and reporting systemsUnderlying causes of biodiversity loss are addressed through mainstreaming biodiversity across government and societyMoNREC, MoEDU, MoALI, MoLIP<12 Point Economic Policy>EP3SDG 15.1 5.1.2Revise and address, eliminate, phase out, or reform incentives, including subsidies, that are harmful to our natural assets, and introduce positive incentives that promote conservation and sustainabilityMoPF, MoIND, MoNREC, MoALI, MoEE<12 Point Economic Policy>NASDG 12.c 5.1.3Implement plans at all levels to promote the sustainable production, consumption and use of our natural resourcesUnderlying causes of biodiversity loss are addressed through mainstreaming biodiversity across government and societyMoNREC, MoIND, MoPF, MoLIP, MoALI, MoEE, MoHS, MoEDU<12 Point Economic Policy>NASDG 12.1 5.1.4Reduce loss of, and restore degraded, natural habitats, through sustained, well-resourced land use management and take action against those committing unlawful environmental damageReduced direct pressures on biodiversity and promote sustainable useMoNREC, MoALI, MoIND, MoEE, MoHA<12 Point Economic Policy>NASDG 12.1 5.1.5Improve land use monitoring systems in order to better inform sustainable policy and planningReduced direct pressures on biodiversity and promote sustainable useMoNREC, MoEE, MoPF<12 Point Economic Policy>NA 5.1.6Ensure pollution levels are not damaging to the health of our people or ecosystemsReduced direct pressures on biodiversity and promote sustainable useMoNREC, MoEE, MoIND, MoALI<12 Point Economic Policy>NASDG 3.9 5.1.7Conserve and protect terrestrial and inland water areas, coastal and marine areas, and national sanctuaries through integrated resources planning and effective and equitable managementStatus of biodiversity improved through safeguarding ecosystems, species and genetic diversityMoNREC, MoIND, MoALI, MoEE<12 Point Economic Policy>NASDG 15.1 5.1.8Strengthen monitoring and enforcement of environmental regulations and take serious action against environmental crimes such as the illegal trade, poaching and trafficking of protected flora and faunaReduced direct pressures on biodiversity and promote sustainable useMoNREC, MoALI, MoHA<12 Point Economic Policy>NASDG 14.4 5.1.9Implement an updated National Biodiversity Strategy and associated action plansEnhanced implementation through participatory planning, knowledge management, and capacity buildingMoNREC, MoEE, MoPF, MoALI<12 Point Economic Policy>NASDG 15.1 5.1.10Prevent the extinction of threatened species and improve their conservation statusStatus of biodiversity improved through safeguarding ecosystems, species and genetic diversityMoNREC, MoALI<12 Point Economic Policy>NASDG 15.1 5.1.11Introduce and strengthen regulation and notifications with a view to controlling and preventing invasive alien speciesStatus of biodiversity improved through safeguarding ecosystems, species and genetic diversityMoNREC, MoALI<12 Point Economic Policy>NASDG 15.8 5.1.12Restore and safeguard ecosystems that provide essential services to local communities taking into account gender and the needs of youth, ethnic and local communities, the poor and other cultural considerationsEnhanced benefits to all from biodiversity and ecosystem servicesMoNREC, MoEE, MoIND, MoALI, MoLIP, MoHA, MNCW,<12 Point Economic Policy>EP6SDG 15.1 5.1.13Ensure access to alternative livelihoods for local populations as a strategy to ensure environmental protection and conservationEnhanced benefits to all from biodiversity and ecosystem servicesMoNREC, MoALI<12 Point Economic Policy>NA Strategy 5.2Increase climate change resilience, reduce exposure to disasters and shocks while protecting livelihoods, and facilitate a shift to a low-carbon growth pathway<12 Point Economic Policy /> 5.2.1Integrate disaster risk reduction and climate change mitigation measures in policies, planning and budgeting procedures for all sectors Climate-resilient productivity and climate-smart responses promoted in the agriculture, fisheries and livestock sectors while also promoting resource-efficient and low-carbon practicesMoNREC, MoPF, MoALI, MOHS, MoLIP, MoEDU, MoEE<12 Point Economic Policy>EP6SDG 13.2, SDG 11.b 5.2.2Adopt climate-resilient and environmentally sound adaptation technologies and climate-smart management practices in all sectors Climate-resilient productivity and climate-smart responses promoted in the agriculture, fisheries and livestock sectors while also promoting resource-efficient and low-carbon practicesMoNREC, MoPF, MoALI, MoLIP, MoEE<12 Point Economic Policy>EP6SDG 2.4 5.2.3Incorporate climate change dimensions into environmental and natural resource management policies, rules and regulations Natural resource management system adopted that enhances the resilience of biodiversity and ecosystem services to support social and economic development and deliver carbon sequestrationMoNREC, MoPF, MoALI, MoLIP<12 Point Economic Policy>NASDG 13.2, SDG 11.b 5.2.4Adapt infrastructure systems, including transport systems, to mitigate against heightened risks of natural disasters and new climatic conditions, while facilitating a transition to more efficient, low-carbon technologiesClimate-resilient and low-carbon energy, transport and industrial systems promotedMoNREC, MoPF, MoALI<12 Point Economic Policy>NASDG 14.2, SDG 15.1 5.2.5Increase the productivity and competitiveness of industrial systems through disaster and climate resilience, and low-carbon and green characteristicsNatural resource management system adopted that enhances the resilience of biodiversity and ecosystem services to support social and economic development and deliver carbon sequestrationMoNREC, MoIND, MoEE, MoCOM<12 Point Economic Policy>EP5, EP6SDG 9.4 5.2.6Establish comprehensive disaster and climate risk management systems to respond effectively to increased intensity and impact of risksEnhanced ability of communities and economic sectors to respond to and recover from climate-induced disasters, risks and health impacts MoNREC, MoHS<12 Point Economic Policy>NASDG 13.1 5.2.7Improve access to shock responsive social protection and risk mitigation financing, taking into consideration gender and the needs of vulnerable groups, to assist preparation for, and recovery from loss and damage resulting from, natural disasters and climate triggered eventsEnhanced ability of communities and economic sectors to respond to and recover from climate-induced disasters, risks and health impacts MoSWRR, MoPF, MoHS, MoNREC, MoEE<12 Point Economic Policy>NASDG 1.5 5.2.8Increase the adaptive capacity of vulnerable households, communities and sectors so that they are resilient to the adverse impacts of natural disasters including climate triggered eventsEnhanced ability of communities and economic sectors to respond to and recover from climate-induced disasters, risks and health impacts MoSWRR, MoPF, MoHS, MoNREC, MoEE<12 Point Economic Policy>NASDG 1.5 5.2.9Support skills development in preparation for our transition to a green economyClimate-resilient and low-carbon energy, transport and industrial systems promotedMoSWRR, MoNREC, MoEE, MoHS, MoEDU, MoLIP, MoALI, LG, S/R Gov<12 Point Economic Policy>NASDG 13.1, SDG 13.3, SDG 1.5 Strategy 5.3Enable safe and equitable access to water and sanitation in ways that ensure environmental sustainability<12 Point Economic Policy /> 5.3.1Introduce catchment-based integrated water resources planning and management to ensure that water resources are used equitably and sustainably and are responsive to gender-specific needsWater resources are managed to support access to effective, efficient and affordable services for improved water supplyMoALI, MoNREC, MoSWRR<12 Point Economic Policy>EP9SDG 6.1 5.3.2Develop national and sub-national inventories of existing water supply services, repair and/or upgrade existing water supply services, and prepare plans for the development of new water supply servicesWater resources are managed to support access to effective, efficient and affordable services for improved water supplyMoHA, MoPF, MoNREC, MoALI, MoH, LG, S/R Gov<12 Point Economic Policy>EP9SDG 6.5, SDG 6.b 5.3.3Develop township and village water safety plans, including ensuring the provision of clean and safe water to all peopleWater resources are managed to support access to effective, efficient and affordable services for improved water supplyMoHA, MoPF, MoNREC, MoALI, LG<12 Point Economic Policy>EP9SDG 6.b, SDG 6.3 5.3.4Facilitate greater cross-border, regional and international collaboration on water related matters in partnership with sub-national governmentsWater resources are managed to support access to effective, efficient and affordable services for improved water supplyMoNREC, MoALI<12 Point Economic Policy>EP9SDG 6.5, SDG 6.a 5.3.5Increase people's use of safe practices for the handling and use of water for domestic and drinking purposesWater quality standards are ensured for access to effective, efficient and affordable services for improved water supplyMoNREC, MoALI, MoLIP, MoEDU, LG<12 Point Economic Policy>EP9SDG 6.1 5.3.6Practice effective and environmentally safe waste management and disposal in industrial, commercial, household, and public-sector use contextsDomestic solid waste safely and effectively disposed to promote healthy communitiesMoNREC, MoLIP, MoALI, MoH, LG<12 Point Economic Policy>EP9SDG 6.2 5.3.7Enable greater knowledge, attitude and practice of safe hygiene at household and community levelsHygiene behaviour change to promote healthy communitiesMoNREC, MoHS, MoEDU, MoLIP<12 Point Economic Policy>EP9SDG 6.2 Strategy 5.4Provide affordable and reliable energy to populations and industries via an appropriate energy generation mix<12 Point Economic Policy /> 5.4.1Achieve an optimal level of renewable sources in the primary energy fuel supply mixClimate-resilient and low-carbon energy, transport and industrial systems promotedMoEE, MoIND, MoPF, MoALI, MoCON<12 Point Economic Policy>EP4SDG 7.2 5.4.2Scale-up use of renewable energy resources such as wind, solar, hydro, geothermal and bio-energy in partnership and with agreement of local populationsClimate-resilient and low-carbon energy, transport and industrial systems promotedMoEE, MoIND, MoPF, MoALI, MoCON<12 Point Economic Policy>EP4SDG 7.2 5.4.3Develop and implement comprehensive national and sub-national energy development plans, prioritising least-cost generation expansion, potential financing from sector revenues, while ensuring minimal adverse impact on our natural environment and local communitiesAffordable and reliable energy supply to all categories of consumers, especially to those living in the remote areas that are currently without electricityMoEE, MoNREC, MoPF, MoIND, MoALI, MoLIP, MoTC<12 Point Economic Policy>EP4SDG 7.2 5.4.4Facilitate policy, legal, regulatory and broader good governance actions which will enable greater investment and private sector participation in energy generation and provisionAffordable and reliable energy supply to all categories of consumers, especially to those living in the remote areas that are currently without electricityMoEE<12 Point Economic Policy>EP4SDG 7.2 5.4.5Promote energy generation and distribution efficiency and conservation in industry, commercial, household, and public-sector useClimate-resilient and low-carbon energy, transport and industrial systems promotedMoPF, MoEDU, MoCOM, MoCON, MoEE, MoNREC<12 Point Economic Policy>EP3, EP4S DG 7.3 5.4.6Facilitate greater cross-border, regional and international collaboration in energy matters in partnership with State and Region governmentsAffordable and reliable energy supply to all categories of consumers, especially to those living in the remote areas that are currently without electricityMoNREC, MoEE, MoPF, MoFA<12 Point Economic Policy>E P4, EP7S DG 7.a 5.4.7Formulate policies to inform appropriate electricity product pricing (including appropriate use of subsidies) which strike an appropriate balance between needs of producers and consumersAffordable and reliable energy supply to all categories of consumers, especially to those living in the remote areas that are currently without electricityMoEE, MoIND, MoNREC, MoALI, MoLIP, MoPF<12 Point Economic Policy>EP4SDG 7.3 5.4.8Ensure access to affordable, sustainable energy for rural populations and vulnerable groupsAffordable and reliable energy supply to all categories of consumers, especially to those living in the remote areas that are currently without electricityMoEE, MoALI<12 Point Economic Policy>EP4SDG 7.2 5.4.9Create an enabling environment which promotes greater private sector participation in energy generation and supply including privatization of State-owned energy providersSEEs operate on commercial principles, with independence, transparency, and accountability (PSD-AP Pillar 4)MoEE, MoCOM, UMCCI, MoPF<12 Point Economic Policy>EP2, EP4SDG 7.2 Strategy 5.5Improve land governance and sustainable management of resource-based industries ensuring our natural resources dividend benefits all our people<12 Point Economic Policy /> 5.5.1Establish a comprehensive, clear and coherent regulatory framework that informs the sustainable management, exploitation and trade of natural resources supported by appropriate enforcement mechanismsImproved land governanceMoPF, MoNREC, MoHA<12 Point Economic Policy>EP1SDG 12.2 5.5.2Use innovative mechanisms to more effectively and transparently manage revenues generated from the extractive industries for the longer-term benefit of the countryPrudent and transparent management of natural resources revenueMoNREC, MoPF, CBM<12 Point Economic Policy>EP1SDG 12.2 5.5.3Reform the nature of the minerals sector such that it becomes both sustainable and profitable, while making both a positive contribution to government revenues and to the lives of our peoplePrudent and transparent management of natural resources revenueMoNREC, MoPF<12 Point Economic Policy>EP1SDG 12.2 5.5.4Greatly accelerate all necessary measures to meet requirements for EITI implementationPrudent and transparent management of natural resources revenueMoNREC, MoPF<12 Point Economic Policy>EP1SDG 12.2 5.5.5Strengthen and enforce environmental safeguards and regulatory controls regarding natural resources-based industriesEnvironmental and social consideration mainstreamed into investment decisionsMoNREC, MoPF, MoIND, MoALI<12 Point Economic Policy>EP1SDG 12.2 Strategy 5.6Manage cities, towns, historical and cultural centres efficiently and sustainably<12 Point Economic Policy /> 5.6.1Strengthen urban governance and related policy frameworks, including those related to urban land management, with a focus on gender-specific and youth-related concernsImproved land governanceMoHA, MoPF, LG<12 Point Economic Policy>EP4, EP9SDG 11.3 5.6.2Increase resilience of urban infrastructure and services to protect from climate change, disasters, shocks and other natural hazardsClimate-resilient and low-carbon energy, transport and industrial systems promotedMoHA, MoPF, MoTC, MoCON, MoNREC, MoEE<12 Point Economic Policy>EP4, EP9SDG 11.5 5.6.3Design and/or assess and retrofit urban infrastructure to improve resilience to natural and man-made disasters and man-made disasters and other shock events, with a focus on reducing carbon emissions and producing greater savings from reduced energy consumptionClimate-resilient and low-carbon energy, transport and industrial systems promotedMoHA, MoPF, MoTC, MoCON, MoNREC, MoEE<12 Point Economic Policy>EP4, EP9SDC 11.c 5.6.4Ensure that quality of life considerations such as water management (retention and reticulation) and expansion of public spaces (centres of learning/libraries, parks, playgrounds and green areas) are fully integrated into urban planning frameworks and decision makingUrban environment with more public spaces, improve public services, and preservation of cultural heritageLG<12 Point Economic Policy>EP9SDG 11.7 5.6.5Develop sustainable public transport systems, including school transportation systems, that are safe, convenient and accessible to allAccelerated development of priority infrastructures and introduction of e-governmentLG, MoTC, MoCON<12 Point Economic Policy>EP9, EP4SDG 11.2 5.6.6Provide efficient public municipal services including solid waste collection and management systems combined with public education on recycling and waste minimization practicesUrban environment with more public spaces, improve public services, and preservation of cultural heritageLG, MoTC, MoCON, MoPF<12 Point Economic Policy>EP9, EP4SDG 11.6 5.6.7Develop and effectively implement a national housing strategy, including low-cost housing and housing for vulnerable groups, and implement affordable housing projects including resettlement of squatters and the improvement of slum areas Effective public serviceLG, MoCON, MoPF<12 Point Economic Policy>EP9, PE4SDG 11.1 5.6.8Implement a comprehensive package of reforms focused on achieving sustainable expansion of the tourism sector in ways that contribute to economic development and the socio-cultural life of our peopleA robust environment for sustainable trade and investment to grow inclusively (PSD-AP Pillar 3)MoHT, MoPF<12 Point Economic Policy>EP6SDG 8/9 5.6.9Strengthen urban households' land rights/tenure and property rights and enforcementA robust environment for sustainable trade and investment to grow inclusively (PSD-AP Pillar 3)MoALI, MoHA<12 Point Economic Policy /> 5.6.10Develop and protect creative and cultural heritage industries such as cultural and eco-tourism and related high-value services industriesA robust environment for sustainable trade and investment to grow inclusively (PSD-AP Pillar 3)MoHT<12 Point Economic Policy>EP6SDG 8.9