The extension of the treaty on climate change is 'hugely significant', the chief minister says.
The extension of an international climate treaty to the Isle of Man is a "hugely significant milestone", the chief minister has said.
The Paris Agreement is a legally binding treaty that sees countries commit to tackling rising global temperatures.Chief Minister Alfred Cannan said it demonstrated "how seriously" the island took its climate commitments.Signed by 196 countries, the Paris Agreement is a commitment to keep global temperature increases well below 2C above pre-industrial era levels.
The news was welcomed by the Isle of Man Green Party, which described the development as a "significant step forward in the fight against climate change". Leader Andrew Langan-Newton said it "shows to a global audience that the Isle of Man is finally taking its responsibilities seriously". "The Paris Agreement provides a framework for action and co-operation to address the global climate crisis, and the Isle of Man can now be part of this collective effort," he added.
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