Green Plans

Green Plans

Green Plans have incorporated a wide spectrum of environmental themes and policy goals; the proof is in the 20-year track record of the Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore and the European Union, among others. Decoupling economic growth from environmental pressures is a realistic outcome of Green Plans and would secure California’s future prosperity.

The interdisciplinary nature of climate change has introduced many Californians to the challenge and importance of assessing a wide spectrum of causes and policy outcomes for a safe environmental future. Like California’s landmark global warming legislation of 2006, however, most climate policy is relatively new, untested, and lacking integration with sectors beyond air and energy.

Green Plans can be modified and reproduced as policy templates in states, nations, and municipalities, reducing the costs and lengthy implementation periods usually associated with complex new legislation.

Read a proposal for a California Green Plan, prepared by the WELL Network:

The California Green Plan
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Green Plan Framework
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Green Plan FAQ
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Background information on state-by-state and regional initiatives in the United States

Green Plans in Action: State of the States and Climate Change

In their role as laboratories of change for the nation, states are creating Climate Change Plans to address Green House Gas Emissions (GHG). Some of these plans are on the path toward comprehensive statewide Green Plans. Others are more limited. Some states had been incorporating sustainability into their governing principles before the trigger of climate change.

Some plans are further along than others. Our intent is to advocate for comprehensive policies that base sustainability on education and input from all sectors of social and economic life, including the citizenry; for integrated plans based on understanding that natural resources are interrelated; and for transparency in developing and implementing policies.

Following is a list of various initiatives, both regionally and by state, with links for detailed study. This list will be updated as warranted.

The Western Climate Initiative is coordinating a regional approach to Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG). Partners: Arizona, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Washington, Utah, British Columbia, Manitoba, Quebec, and Ontario.Website: www.westernclimateinitiative.org

The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative of nine Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states is initially developing a regional cap and trade program to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from regional power plants. Members: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont. In addition, the District of Columbia, Pennsylvania, Ontario, Quebec, the Eastern Canadian Provinces, and New Brunswick are observers to the process. Website: www.rggi.org

Midwestern Regional Greenhouse Gas Reduction Accord. Members include: Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, as well as the Premier of the Canadian Province of Manitoba. Indiana, Ohio, and South Dakota are observers to the process. The Accord is expected to be fully implemented in 2010. http://www.midwesterngovernors.org/govenergynov.htm

 

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NETHERLANDS

Government

Business   

Non-Governmental  

NEW ZEALAND

Government

Local Government  


Non-government 

Other    

EUROPEAN UNION

Government

  • Financial Instrument for EU environmental policy. It co-finances projects in three areas: nature conservation, environment policy and legislation, and provides technical assistance for sustainability to third countries
    http://ec.europa.eu/environment/life/index.htm
  • European Commission, Directorate General for Enterprise and Industry
    Developed and maintained to disseminate information on all EU policies, actions and initiatives promoting growth and development, with a view to strengthening the competitiveness of EU enterprises
    http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/about/

Local Government  

  • Council of European Municipalities and Regions
    CEMR is the largest European association of local and regional authorities. Its main aims are to promote local and regional self-government and democracy
    http://www.ccre.org/

Business and Trade Unions  

  • Eubusiness
    Provides daily updated news and information about EU policy, legislation, economic data and opportunities. Entered into partnership with business publisher Crimson Business. Crimson Business seeks to inspire and inform owners and directors of the UK’s smaller and mid-sized businesses through magazines, websites, customer media and events
    http://www.eubusiness.com/
  • European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC)
    One voice for 60 million workers. ETUC seeks to promote the European Social Model and to work for the development of a united Europe of peace and stability where working people and their families enjoy full human and civil rights and high living standards
    http://www.etuc.org/

Non-Government Organizations  

  • EEN – EPHA Environment Network
    Independent health and environment network linking significant research findings to recommendations on policy action and supports citizen and NGO awareness and participation in EU policy making, representing their concerns toward better protection of health and the environment
    http://www.env-health.org/r/27
  • Friends of the Earth Europe
    Leads campaigns for sustainable and just societies and for the protection of the environment, unites more than 30 national organizations with thousands of local groups and is part of the world’s largest grassroots environmental network, Friends of the Earth International
    http://www.foeeurope.org/

SINGAPORE

Government  

  • Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources (MEWR)
    MEWR aims to move from maintaining good environmental performance in the short term to achieving environmental sustainability in the long term, is in charge of the Singapore Green Plan, and provides water resources for all in Singapore
    http://app.mewr.gov.sg/web/Common/homepage.aspx
  • National Environment Agency (NEA)           
    Formed under the MEWR, NEA focuses on the implementation of environmental policies
    http://www.nea.gov.sg/
  • Singapore Environment Institute (SEI)
    SEI is the environmental training division of the National Environment Agency (NEA), a statutory board under the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources, Singapore. SEI also offers general environmental awareness courses on weather, resource conservation, and environmental laws to the general public
    http://www.nea.gov.sg/cms/sei/Aboutus.html
  • Singapore Cabinet
    The Cabinet is responsible for all government policies and the day-to-day administration collectively responsible to the Parliament
    http://www.cabinet.gov.sg/
  • Parliament of Singapore
    The Singapore Parliament has a single House and together with the President of Singapore is known as the Legislature
    http://www.parliament.gov.sg/
  • Singapore Public Service Commission
    Key pillar of the public service and serves as the independent custodian of the integrity and values of the Civil Service
    http://www.psc.gov.sg/
  • Land Transport Authority (LTA)
    A statutory board under the Ministry of Transport, which develops and manages Singapore’s land transport system, taking care of those who drive as well as those who take public transport
    http://www.lta.gov.sg/
  • Building & Construction Authority (BCA)
    An agency under the Ministry of National Development, championing the development of an excellent “built environment” (buildings, structures and infrastructure in surroundings that provide the setting for the community’s activities) for Singapore
    http://www.bca.gov.sg/index.html
  • Department of Statistics
    The central statistical authority responsible for official statistics on the Singapore economy and population
    http://www.singstat.gov.sg/
  • Defense Science & Technology
    DSTA is the first statutory board to be set up under the Ministry of Defense (MINDEF). It is responsible for implementing defense technology plans, managing defense research and development, acquiring defense materiel and developing defense infrastructure for MINDEF
    http://www.dsta.gov.sg/
  • Housing & Development Board (HDB)
    HDB is Singapore’s public housing authority and a statutory board under the Ministry of National Development. Plans and develops public housing towns that provide Singaporeans with quality homes and living environments
    http://www.hdb.gov.sg/
  • Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)
    URA is Singapore’s national land use planning authority. It prepares long term strategic plans, as well as detailed local area plans, for physical development, and then co-ordinates and guides efforts to bring these plans to reality
    http://www.ura.gov.sg/
  • Economic Development Board (EDB)
    EDB is the lead government agency responsible for planning and executing economic strategies to enhance Singapore’s position as a global hub for business and investment. It facilitates and supports local and foreign investors in both the manufacturing and services sectors as they seek more value-creating operations, higher sustainable returns and new business opportunities
    http://www.edb.gov.sg/edb/sg/en_uk/index.html
  • Singapore Education
    It is a multi-government agency initiative launched by the Singapore Government to establish and promote Singapore as a premier education hub and help international students make an informed decision on studying in Singapore. This initiative is led by the Singapore Economic Development Board and supported by the Singapore Tourism Board, SPRING Singapore, International Enterprise Singapore and the Ministry of Education.
    http://app.singaporeedu.gov.sg/asp/index.asp
  • International Enterprise (IE) Singapore
    IE Singapore is an agency under the Ministry of Trade and Industry spearheading the development of Singapore ‘s external economy. Its mission is to promote overseas growth of Singapore-based enterprises and international tradeLocal government
    http://www.iesingapore.gov.sg/wps/portal
  • The Community Development Council (CDC)
    CDC functions as a local administration of its District, initiating, planning and managing community program to promote community bonding and social cohesion. The CDC also provides various community and social assistance services delegated from the Ministries
    http://www.cdc.org.sg/
  • Council of Local Authorities for International Relations (CLAIR)
    CLAIR in Singapore was set up in 1990 to support and promote international activities and friendly relations between local governments in Japan and their counterparts in Singapore and other ASEAN countries. CLAIR Singapore assists with research and study visits as well as with the tours for exchange program
    http://www.clair.org.sg/
  • Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI)
    SCCCI is an internationally renowned business organization and the apex body of the Chinese business community in Singapore. It plays a proactive role in representing the interests of the local business community and contributing to economic, educational, cultural and community development in Singapore. The SCCCI has a membership network of about 120 trade associations and 4,000 corporate issues
    http://english.sccci.org.sg/
  • Singapore Business Federation (SBF)
    SBF champions the interests of the business community in Singapore in trade, investment and industrial relations and acts as the bridge between the government and businesses. Internationally, SBF represents the business community in bilateral, regional, multilateral fora for the purpose of promoting trade expansion and business networking
    http://www.sbf.org.sg/
  • The Singapore International Chamber of Commerce (SICC)
    SICC is the oldest Chamber of Commerce in Asia. It is accepted by the Government as representing the multinational investment interests in the Republic. At the same time, the Chamber’s substantial local membership gives it firm roots in Singapore
    http://www.sicc.com.sg/
  • European Chamber of Commerce Singapore (EuroCham Singapore)
    EuroCham Singapore is the federation of all the European National Business Groups in Singapore. It promotes trade and investment between Europe and Singapore, establishes networking connections with relevant trade/industry bodies and act as a strong representative for the European business community in Singapore.
    http://www.eurocham.org.sg/
  • Singapore infocomm Technology Federation (SiTF)
    SiTF is Singapore’s premier infocomm industry association. The SiTF assists their members in business development, market intelligence, overseas trade missions, networking and alliances
    http://www.sitf.org.sg/


Non-Government Organizations 

  • Singapore Environment Council (SEC)
    Nationally oriented, independently managed body, to nurture, facilitate and co-ordinate environmental causes and groups in Singapore
    http://www.sec.org.sg/
  • Green Growth
    The foremost strategy to ensure environmental and economic sustainability of the countries in the Asia and Pacific region
    http://www.greengrowth.org/
  • Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA)
    Dedicated to research, analysis and discussion of regional and international issues, aims to make Singapore more cosmopolitan and global society through research, policy work and public education on international affairs
    http://www.siiaonline.org/
  • Waste Management & Recycling Association of Singapore
    Aims to professionalize and develop a leading waste management and recycling industry in Asia
    http://www.wmras.org.sg/
  • Waterways Watch Society
    Assists in keeping the waterways of Singapore clean and free of pollution, and organizes on-going activities aimed at educating the public on the importance of keeping the waterways clean
    http://www.wmras.org.sg/
  • Nature Society of Singapore
    Dedicated to the appreciation, conservation, study and enjoyment of the natural heritage in Singapore, Malaysia and the surrounding region
    http://www.nss.org.sg/

Education    

  • Singapore Advanced Research and Education Network (SingAREN)
    Started as a national project and funded by the government in 1997, SingAREN ensures that Singapore research and education (R&E) community is connected to the international R&E community
    http://www.singaren.net.sg/
  • Energy Sustainability Unit (ESU)
    Established in 2004 at the School of Design and Environment, National University of Singapore, advances energy sustainable development in Singapore and the tropics by establishing a knowledge base for fostering healthy, productive and sustainable environmental practices and research
    http://www.esu.com.sg/index.html
  • Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
    NTU is a research-intensive university with globally acknowledged strengths in science and engineering. Nanyang Technological Institute (NTI) was established on the same campus in 1981 with government funding to educate practice-oriented engineers for the burgeoning Singapore economy. In 1991, NTI became NTU with the absorption of the National Institute of Education.
    http://www.ntu.edu.sg/Pages/default.aspx
  • National Institute of Education (NIE)
    NIE is the sole teacher training institute in Singapore and a part of the Nanyang Technological University. The mission of NIE is to excel in teacher education and educational research
    http://www.nie.edu.sg/

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