This Law provides the statutory and institutional framework for climate policymaking, encompassing the roles and responsibilities of government ministries, regional authorities, and independent advisory bodies. It aims to ensure an effective, transparent, inclusive, and predictable approach to climate governance. In particular, the Law focuses on the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the enhancement of carbon sinks, and the strengthening of adaptation to the impacts of climate change. It further sets the long-term objective of achieving climate neutrality by 2045, while promoting sustainable development, social equity, and economic efficiency.
It articulates a formal definition of key terms, including biomass, mitigation, emission allowances, and the relevant entities participating in climate governance. These definitions are intended to ensure a consistent interpretation and application of the law across sectors and stakeholders involved in implementing climate policies.
The Law provides a framework for climate mitigation and adaptation measures, formalizing requirements for greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction across major sectors, including energy, transport, buildings, and industry, while gradually incorporating additional sectors into emission management and trading schemes. It mandates the development of national and regional adaptation strategies informed by scientific risk assessments, designed to strengthen resilience against extreme weather events and other climate hazards.
In terms of governance, it establishes strategic planning, monitoring, and reporting systems to track implementation progress, supported by an independent Climate Council that advises on policy evaluation and adjustment. The Law promotes inter-ministerial coordination, data sharing, and active stakeholder engagement, ensuring that local communities, civil society, and academic institutions contribute to climate decision-making processes.