The Acting Central Regional Director of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), Dr Daniel Nartey says the Authority is committed to enforcing environmental laws and regulations as part of efforts to fight against climate change.
According to him, the need to promote sustainable land use to conserve the environment for the present generation and those yet unborn has become eminent in view of the emerging threats of climate change.
Dr Nartey made this known to the media during the celebration of this year’s World Environment Day which fell on Friday 5th June under the national theme: “Building a Climate-Resilient Ghana through Responsible Stewardship”.
He stressed that the international theme for the celebration “Climate Action” and Ghana’s national theme “Building a Climate-Resilient Ghana through Responsible Stewardship”, underscored the urgency with which governments, institutions, communities and individuals must confront the threat of climate change.
He noted that actions to mitigate the impacts of climate change were a shared responsibility and therefore, appealed to the people to put their shoulders to the wheel to support EPA’s efforts to mitigate the existential threats of climate change.
“We call on all residents, traditional authorities, civil society organisations, businesses, and development partners to intensify their efforts in protecting our environment, because on climate, there is no negotiation.” He emphasised.
Activities to mark the day
As parts of activities to mark the significance of the occasion, the Central Regional Office of the EPA organised series of activities across the region with tree planting and sensitisation as the main pillars.
These activities, which were carried out in partnership with key stakeholders, demonstrated EPA’s collective commitment to environmental stewardship and the restoration of our natural ecosystems.
According to Dr Nartey, “Trees are a frontline defense against climate change as they sequester carbon, regulate temperatures, prevent soil erosion, and sustain livelihoods.”
