Western Australia's Native Flora Protection Act
The state of Western Australian makes its first serious attempt to protect its indigenous flora.
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The Earth Charter
Over a decade in the making, the Earth Charter provides a global vision for a sustainable future.
Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement
The agreement between Canada and the United States concerns the quality of the Great Lakes Water Basin.
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First Ministry of Environment in the Czech Republic
The ministry functions as the central state administrative authority and highest inspection authority in environmental affairs.
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US National Environmental Policy Act
On 1 January 1970, US President Nixon signs the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
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Reichsnaturschutzgesetz (Reich Conservation Act)
The German state regulates conservation for the first time 1935.
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The National Veld and Forest Fire Act of South Africa
The Act recognizes the need for sustainable forest management.
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Private Forests Nationalization Act in Nepal
An act nationalizing private forests in order to protect them ended up backfiring.
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Indian Forest Act
The Act is the first British legislation to encompass all of India’s forests and waterways.
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Imperial Forest Service in India
The passage of the first forest regulations in India under British rule leads to the establishment of the Imperial Forest Service.
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