Provincial and Territorial Environmental Strategies

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1 Provincial and Territorial Environmental Strategies Province/Territory Plan/strategy Goals Policy actions Newfoundland and Labrador Charting Our Course: Climate Change Action Plan 2011 GHG reduction targets are set out in the 2007 Energy Plan: 10% below 1990 levels by % below 2001 levels by The provincial Climate Change Action Plan will complement many of the provincial government s ongoing policy objectives and commitment to sustainable development. Key environmental and energy issues include: waste management; air quality, and review of the province s electricity policy. The province s first wind farm was announced in October The Office of Climate Change, Energy Efficiency and Emissions Trading (CCEEET) was established in The Newfoundland and Labrador Green Fund was designed to support projects that provide real net reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. It is a combination of federal and provincial funds ($23 million federal and $2 million provincial). Nova Scotia Towards a Greener Future: Nova Scotia s Climate Change Action Plan (2009) By 2015, the province will be at least half-way to our 2020 target by reducing GHG emissions by 2.5 million tonnes from today's levels. By 2020, reduce GHG emissions to at least 10 per cent below 1990 levels. The Environmental Goals and Sustainable Prosperity Act requires the province to reduce GHG emissions to a point at least 10 % below 1990 levels by Short term actions to be implemented by 2013 include the following: Caps on Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s (NSPI) GHG emissions by 2010; The 2013 Renewable Energy Standard, which will require NSPI to add new renewable energy sources by the end of that same year; Requiring NSPI to allow greater use of two-way meters (net metering), which encourage small producers of clean energy; Starting to upgrade the Nova Scotia electrical transmission system to permit greater use of renewable energy; Improvements to the energy efficiency of new and existing homes and buildings; Conversions to natural gas;

2 By 2050, reduce GHG emissions from New transportation policies. human sources by Medium-term actions, to be implemented after 2013, include the following: up to 80 per cent 2015 and 2020 GHG caps for NSPI; below current levels, guided by Upgrading the electrical transmission grid to permit stronger connections with neighbouring provinces; the most up-to-date scientific consensus Ensuring that at least 25 % of provincial electricity is generated from renewable energy sources by 2020; on required Possible importation of clean power from other provinces; reductions. New technologies, such as ways to capture carbon produced by coalfired plants before it is released to the air in GHGs; Reducing GHGs from other energy sources The 2020 target will require reductions of at least five megatonnes per year. The Climate Change Action Plan contains 68 actions that focus on eight areas: cleaner energy, energy efficiency, renewable energy, transportation, air quality, government leadership, public engagement and education, and adapting to climate change. These include: Creation of a new, independent administrator for the electrical efficiency program established by the Utility and Review Board, and commitment to increasing overall energy efficiency in the province by 20% over 2008 levels by 2020; require low-flush toilets and permit the use of water-free technologies and the re-use of grey water as of January 1, 2009, under the Nova Scotia Building Code Act; implement stricter energy-efficiency regulations for appliances. Examine regional electricity integration, known as the Green Grid Initiative, to diversify energy sources; require greater use of renewable energy after 2013; develop regulations to allow greater use of two-way electric meters after Develop a Sustainable Transportation Strategy; develop an anti-idling policy for government vehicles and employee vehicles on government business by 2009; introduce a pilot project to provide incentives for

3 equipment that will improve the energy efficiency of heavy truck fleets and encourage the use of efficient light-duty vehicles in commercial fleets, such as taxis. Use an airshed approach to manage provincial air quality, and consider the combined impact of local and out-of-province emissions; set increasingly tighter limits on sulphur dioxide, Nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, ozone and mercury. Require that all new government-owned buildings achieve LEED Silver certification after 2008; achieve LEED Gold certification or equivalent after 2010; and be carbon neutral after 2020, and achieve an overall 30% reduction by 2020 in energy consumption for all governmentowned buildings constructed before Prince Edward Island Prince Edward Island and Climate Change - A Strategy for Reducing the Impacts of Global Warming (2008) Member of New England Governors/Eastern Canadian Premiers Climate Action Plan It established a regional reduction target: Reduce GHG emissions by 10% below 1990 levels by the year The provincial government has adopted a sectoral approach and will develop action plans for 7 priority areas. 1. Energy Efficiency and Conservation: Adopt new energy efficient standards and implement codes and practices providing unified energy efficient building standards. 2. Renewable Energy Commit to the development of 500 MW of wind generated power on Prince Edward Island; Support the installation of small-scale renewable heating technologies like solar and geothermal heating systems for residential buildings and businesses through grants, loans, tax breaks and other financial incentives. Review and improve codes and regulatory barriers preventing the sustainable development of biomass fuel and biogas facilities; demonstrate biomass and biogas technologies in public buildings and facilities; promote the use and encourage the installation of biomass heating systems in district heating systems and homes and businesses, through loans, tax breaks and other financial incentives. 3. Transportation

4 Work on adopting vehicle emission standards; Provide fuel efficient tax incentive for the purchase of best fuel economy standards vehicles; Examine mandatory emissions testing for vehicles. 4. Agriculture Provide incentives to landowners to remove marginal land from agricultural production, if coupled with a program of reforestation with approved Management Plans. Re-forested land will be designated as environmentally sensitive land and removed from land holding limits; Promote the use of reduced tillage management, cover crops, improved manure storage systems, and nutrient management systems, and evaluate the level of GHG mitigation that these practices provide the agricultural sector. 5. Adaptation and Resilience Create an interdepartmental working group to identify and manage current and projected climate-related risks; Support a review of current land use and development policies and encourage sustainable options for future land developments that are tailored to maximize energy efficiency and promote GHG reductions; Incorporate climate change outcomes into the environmental impact assessment process. 6. Public Education and Awareness Create and maintain a climate change website, providing information on government programs and initiatives to the public; Work with communities to develop GHG emission inventories, and develop resources that identify actions communities can take to reduce emissions and prepare for climate change; Create a Centre for Climate Change Strategies, to be aligned with federal and regional initiatives. It will also work collaboratively with Holland College, the University of Prince Edward Island, other educational institutions, municipalities, technical and professional organizations, other jurisdictions, and non-government organizations

5 to develop sustainable, coordinated responses to climate change issues through trans-disciplinary activities. 7. Government Leading By Example The provincial government will prepare an annual Climate Change Report beginning in 2009, highlighting progress on efforts to reduce GHG emissions provincially and in its own operations; Adopt advanced energy and environmental standards for all publicly funded, publically owned and leased buildings; Establish an Energy Technology Investment Fund for its departments and agencies; Adopt an environmental procurement policy that gives preference to products that protect and improve public health and safety, reduce pollution, minimize waste, maximize use of bio-based or recycled materials, conserve energy and water, and reduce the consumption or disposal of hazardous materials; Amend the Transportation Efficiency Standard and require that all new government light duty vehicles be 80 percent more fuel efficient than other vehicles in their class. Departments will be required to purchase best in class vehicles; Use revenues from wind development initiatives and invest them to fund provincial government climate change activities and associated research initiatives. New Brunswick Climate Change Action Plan Reduce GHG emissions to 1990 levels in 2012; 10% below 1990 levels by Province plans to reduce GHG emissions, adapt to climate change impacts and encourage partnerships and engage communities and citizens to embrace progressive change. The plan includes actions in the following areas: Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency; Transportation; Waste Reduction and Diversion; Industrial Sources; Government Leading by Example; Adaptation; and

6 Partnerships and Communication. In 2009 (the most recently available data), GHG emissions from all sources in New Brunswick amounted to 18.4 Mt of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO 2 eq.). Between 2004 and 2009, New Brunswick emissions declined by 3.4 Mt (16 per cent), with emissions from large industries and electricity generation falling by 22 per cent. Quebec Quebec and Climate Change A Challenge for the Future (2008) Reduce GHG emissions by 20% below 1990 levels by main goals: reducing or avoiding GHG emissions, and adaptation to climate change. The Environment Quality Act: Sets emission limits throughout the province, and establishes a cap and trade system for GHG emissions. Sums levied through GHG capand-trade system are paid to the Green Fund. Carbon tax since 2007 (Regulation respecting the annual duty paid to the Green Fund): A duty on gas and fossil fuels, paid by energy distribution companies. Funds are paid into the Green Fund. The carbon levy is $3.50 per metric ton of CO 2. The level is readjusted every year based on the volume of sales. The rate varies for each fuel: 0.8 cents per litre of gasoline distributed in Quebec; 0.9 cents for diesel fuel; 0.96 cents for light heating oil; 0.5 cents for propane; and $8.00 per metric ton for coal. Regulation respecting greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles : Sets regulatory standards for GHG emissions from new cars and light trucks. Regulation requiring mandatory use of speed limiting devices on all trucks and setting the maximum speed for these vehicles at 105 Km/h. Regulation respecting the landfilling and incineration of residual materials (REIMR). Measures to reduce or avoid GHG emissions include: Implement a financing program aimed at energy efficiency for individuals, industries, institutions, companies and municipalities; Encourage the development and use of public transit and transportation alternatives;

7 Implement a support program for the marketing of technological innovations in energy efficiency in the transport of merchandise; Improve the energy efficiency of public buildings by 10% to 14% below the 2003 level and reduce fuel consumption of government departments and public organizations by 20%; Implement a training program for Québec enterprises and organizations on various systems of CO 2 credits; Support technological research and innovation for the reduction and sequestration of GHGs; Measures to related to climate change adaptation include: Establish mechanisms to prevent and mitigate the impact of climate change on health and public security; Consolidate climate, hydric, subterranean water resource and air quality monitoring networks; Examine permafrost thawing, problems of coastline erosion and adapting to the impacts of these climate changes; Determine the vulnerability of forests and the forest sector to climate change and incorporate the anticipated effects of these changes into forest management; Reinforce water and air quality management procedures; Support the Ouranos Consortium program, created in 2001 as a joint initiative by the Quebec government, Hydro-Québec and Environment Canada, with the financial support of Valorisation-Recherche-Québec. It focuses on climate sciences and impacts and adaptation. Ontario Go Green Ontario s Action Plan on Climate Change (2007) Reduce GHGs 6% below 1990 levels by 2014; 15% 2020; 80% by Green Energy Act 2009: Phases out use of coal by 2014 Creates a feed in tariff program to promote clean energy investment. Places to Grow Act, 2005, Far North Act, 2010, and Water Opportunities Act, 2010: Provide the legislative framework to protect and conserve forests, lands and water resources.

8 Clean energy commitments: Investments of more than $16 billion in private sector investments in renewable energy generation projects. Aboriginal Energy Partnerships Program supports Aboriginal communities considering projects to create clean energy. Community Energy Partnerships Program facilitates community owned clean energy projects. Conservation incentives to consumers of electricity and natural gas. Proposed standards for enhanced efficiency measures for lighting, energy efficiency levels for new appliances and products, and improved conservation measures of the next edition of the Building Code. Transportation sector commitments: Investments of more than $10 billion in public transit throughout the province since Transportation Demand Management Grant Program to assist communities to reduce auto trips and use other forms of transportation; Gas Tax Program provides municipalities a source of long-term, sustainable funding for public transit; Electric Vehicle Incentive Program provides an incentive for the purchase or lease of a new plug-in electric vehicle. Cap and trade potential Ontario is working with leading North American jurisdictions to develop a cap-and-trade program to be ready to participate in the emerging carbon market. It has put in place a GHG-reporting regulation for large emitters and the legislation needed to establish a cap-and-trade program. The province continues to consult with a variety of stakeholders, including industry and environmental organizations, and participate in leading regional programs like the Western Climate Initiative that will link with other regional and international programs over time.

9 Manitoba Beyond Kyoto (2008) 6% reduction below Climate Change and Emissions Reductions Act: 1990 levels by 2012 Committed the province to stabilize emissions at 2000 levels by Manitoba s climate change action plan is a mixture of existing government actions such as Manitoba Hydro s Power Smart programs related to energy efficiency and actions to take the province to its 2012 emissions reduction targets and beyond. Actions listed under these next steps include the Green Building Policy, which requires buildings to be certified at a minimum LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Silver standard, funding research into solar power and erecting wind monitoring towers in off-grid, dieselserviced communities. The climate change action plan also required minimum efficiency standards for natural gas furnaces by 2009 and a pilot project to evaluate the feasibility of injecting CO 2 into Manitoba oil pools for enhanced oil recovery. The Coal-Fired Emergency Operations Regulation prohibits the use of coal to generate power, except to support emergency operations, after 31 Saskatchewan 20 % below 2006 levels by 2020 December In December 2009 the provincial government introduced climate change legislation that would set out the framework for how the province will meet its target for reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 20 % from 2006 levels by 2020 and foster innovation in low-carbon technologies. This legislation was also designed to establish a Saskatchewan Technology Fund to collect payments from large emitters to invest in low-emission and emission-reducing technologies, and a Climate Change Foundation to promote public awareness of and research into low-carbon technologies. However, subsequent provincial elections disrupted the progress of the bill and it has not yet been enacted. A number of climate change measures to address climate change are offered through the Go Green program. These include: Measures for homeowners and residential users:

10 Rebate for Low-Flush Toilets Net Metering Rebate Program supports environmentally preferred power generation options. Saskatchewan EnerGuide for Houses help homeowners make choices that improve the comfort and energy efficiency of their home. Energy Efficient Rebate for New Homes provides incentives to build energy efficient homes that are either ENERGY STAR qualified or R certified. These homes are built to an EnerGuide 80 standard. Geothermal and Self-Generated Renewable Power Loan Program provides financial loan assistance to residential and business customers who choose to install geothermal systems. Programs for commercial/industrial sectors: Commercial Boiler Program to encourage the use of high-efficiency natural gas space-heating systems and high efficiency variable speed intelligent pumps in commercial new construction or retrofit applications. Commercial HVAC Program offers financial incentives to commercial property owners who install or upgrade their existing HVAC equipment with high efficiency natural gas furnaces, boilers and/or roof top units. Solar and Wind-Powered Water Pump Grant. Saskatchewan Renewable Diesel Program introduces a mandate for inclusion of 2% renewable content in the average annual diesel fuel pool for fuel distributors beginning July Research and development programs: The International Test Centre for CO 2 Capture is conducting carbon dioxide separation research to develop more efficient and costeffective carbon dioxide capture techniques from flue gases. The Petroleum Technology Research Centre, funded in part by the province, supports the development of modeling and assessment capacity related to Enhanced Oil Recovery and Geological Storage of CO 2. Prairie Adaptation Research Centre is funded by the provincial

11 government and other partners to build understanding and capacity to address climate change in key sectors, including water resources, ecosystems, forestry, agriculture and energy, in addition to improved adaptation practices for those sectors. Alberta Climate Change Strategy (2008) By 2010: reduce emissions by 20 megatonnes; By 2020: reduce emissions by 50 megatonnes By 2050: reduce emissions by 200 megatonnes Specified Gas Emitters Regulation (Climate Change and Emissions Management Act): Requires Alberta facilities that emit more than 100,000 tonnes of GHGs a year to reduce emissions intensity by 12% annually. Regulated entities have three ways to meet their reductions: they can make operating improvements, buy provincial-based credits, or contribute $15 per tonne to the Climate Change and Emissions Management Fund. Renewable Fuels Standard Regulation: 2% biodiesel blend with diesel, 5% ethanol blend with gasoline; biofuel must have 25% fewer GHG emissions than equivalent fossil fuel. Implement carbon capture and storage across industrial sectors: This technology will be responsible for 70% (139 megatonnes) of provincial emissions reductions by The bulk of those reductions will come from activities related to oil sands production. Conservation and energy efficiency: This will reduce GHG emissions by 12% (24 megatonnes). Policy actions include incentives and information on energy efficiency, as well as support for municipalities and other groups in finding ways to reduce emissions, including land use planning, implementing energy efficiency standards in building codes for homes and commercial buildings and strategies to help the agricultural and forestry sectors reduce emissions. Greening energy production: Increased investments in clean energy technology will reduce emissions by 18% (37 megatonnes). This will be achieved by funding projects that will help reduce the cost of separating carbon dioxide

12 from other emissions, supporting carbon capture and storage, as well as research on new oil sands extraction processes that use less energy, less water and reduce tailing ponds. The Climate Change and Emissions Management Fund will focus on testing and implementing new clean energy technologies. British Columbia Yukon Climate Action Plan (2008) Yukon Government Climate Change Action Plan (2009) 33% reduction below 2007 levels by 2020; 80% reduction below 2007 levels by 2050; Interim emission reduction targets: 6% by 2012; 18% by 2016 to measure progress towards the 33 per cent reduction by Yukon government internal operations: cap GHG emission in 2010, reduce GHG emission by 20% by 2015 and Greenhouse Gas Reductions Targets Act: Sets GHG reduction targets for the province. Greenhouse Gas Reduction (Cap and Trade) Act: Enables the implementation of a cap and trade system in conjunction with regional partners. Greenhouse Gas Reduction (Vehicle Emissions Standards) Act: Enables the adoption of vehicle emissions standards that will increase automobile fuel efficiency. Greenhouse Gas Reduction (Emissions Standards) Statutes Amendment Act: Regulates landfill gas Utilities Commission Amendment Act: Encourages more low-carbon energy generation projects. Greenhouse Gas Reduction (Renewable and Low Carbon Fuel Requirements) Act: Encourages the development of renewable forms of energy and decrease the carbon content of fuels. Local Government (Green Communities) Statutes Amendment Act, 2008: Municipalities are required to set targets and develop plans to reduce GHG emission as part of their Official Community Plans. Carbon Tax Act: Initially introduced in 2008 at $10 per tonne of carbon emissions, it rises $5 a year until 2012, when it will reach $30 per tonne. The Action Plan highlights the following 4 goals: Enhance knowledge and understanding of climate change: Establish a Yukon Research Centre of Excellence to facilitate research and help achieve a number of other climate change objectives related

13 become carbon neutral to monitoring and research, adaptation, and reducing GHG emissions. by 2020 Establish climate change research study areas to support the gathering of knowledge required to understand and respond to climate change. These study areas will become part of national and international monitoring networks. Develop regional climate scenarios to facilitate informed planning and management decisions. Identify additional public education and training opportunities. Improve ability to adapt to climate change: Complete a Yukon infrastructure risk and vulnerability assessment and determine adaptation strategies needed in response to measure the risk to government-owned infrastructure and identify adaptation strategies to inform future planning. Develop an inventory of permafrost information to document past and present geological conditions in order to determine potential future changes to ground conditions, which will in turn help inform decision making. Reduce GHG emissions: Report on Yukon government operations through The Climate Registry, a third party verification organization which provides tools and support to track GHG emissions. The government will publicly release the compiled emission reports annually. Develop a carbon offset policy for internal operations. A policy will be developed to help us offset the emissions produced by our operations to reach our target of becoming carbon neutral. This policy will focus on encouraging investment in Yukon-based businesses and initiatives. Government-funded new residential construction will meet GreenHome energy efficiency standards, and government-funded commercial and institutional, construction and renovation will meet or exceed the LEED Certified Standard for energy efficiency. Conduct an energy analysis of all Yukon government buildings and complete energy-saving retrofits. Develop incentives for fuel efficient transportation.

14 Lead Yukon action in response to climate change: Forecast potential future GHG emissions for Yukon, and work with federal partners to ensure national GHG reporting is accurate and consistent for Yukon. Set a Yukon-wide emissions target within two years. Create a Climate Change Secretariat. Government-wide collaboration is essential to provide a coordinated response to climate change, whether it is implementing actions or communicating regionally, nationally and internationally. The Climate Change Secretariat will be responsible for ensuring the effective implementation of the Action Plan as well as providing corporate leadership within government on climate change linked issues. Determine the potential of a Yukon carbon market. Carbon trading systems have been established around the world and are creating a market for carbon. Market mechanisms could help develop new opportunities. This project will explore these opportunities and make a policy recommendation based on the findings. Incorporate climate change consideration into government decision making. Create a community engagement forum for taking action on climate change. Many governments, organizations and individuals across the territory are responding to climate change. Facilitating inter-agency collaboration and partnerships among these bodies will help achieve a coordinated Yukon response to climate change. As a small jurisdiction, working together will be more efficient and effective. Northwest Territories A Greenhouse Gas Strategy for the Northwest Territories (2011). Reports supporting this Strategy include: An Stabilize emissions at 2005 levels (1,500 Kt) by Limit emissions increases to 66 percent above 2005 levels (2,500 Kt) by Electricity sector goals: By 2015, improve the emissions intensity of the electricity generation by 10 percent. By 2015, increase the renewable energy supply by 12 Megawatts. Actions: Develop and implement a Hydro Strategy to guide the GNWT and Northwest Territories Hydro Corporation (NT Hydro) in tapping the

15 Exploration into the Return emissions to NWT s potential of over 11,000 megawatts (MW). Impact of Carbon Pricing in the NWT and Assessing Emission Reductions from Potential Climate 2005 levels (1,500 Kt) by Improve efficiencies of existing electrical generating systems and evaluate existing net billing system now in place (allows NWT utilities to compensate customers for supplying renewable energy power into the electrical grid). Explore options for increased development of renewable energy sources (wind, solar, geothermal, biomass). Policies in the NWT. Buildings and energy efficiency sector goals: By 2015, improve the emissions intensity of residential buildings by 25%. By 2015, improve the emissions intensity of commercial and institutional buildings by 10%. By 2015, increase the capacity of biomass heat in residential buildings by 100%. By 2015, increase the capacity of biomass heat in commercial and institutional buildings by 100%. Actions: Rebates for energy efficiency upgrades; provide information and advice on energy efficiency and renewable energy; ecoenergy Retrofit Homes; continue implementing energy efficiency initiatives in public housing; maintain Good Building Practice for Northern Facilities to provide information on special requirements and guidelines for building design in the North; and work with communities to install solar hot water systems at public swimming pools in Fort Providence, Tulita, Norman Wells and Aklavik. Communities sector goals: Community Energy planning; District heating, and Local food production. Actions: Review and evaluate Community Energy Plans to assess community energy use and energy mix and identify actions for more sustainable energy use; continue working on design of a residual heat project for two new buildings; explore increasing available heat in Fort

16 McPherson system with a biomass boiler; continue working with communities to expand local food production, including Small Scale Foods Program and Northern Agri-foods Program. Industry sector goals: By 2015, improve the emissions intensity of northern industry by 10%. By 2015, new industrial projects have a renewable energy generation capacity of 10% for their total demand. Actions: Complete business case and environmental assessment studies for GNWT support for renewable energy (hydro, wind, solar, geothermal); Encourage private investment in renewable energy. Transportation sector goals: By 2015, improve the emissions intensity of our passenger transportation fleet by 10%. By 2015, increase the renewable fuel content of our passenger transportation fleet by 5%. Actions: Continue implementing transportation energy savings initiatives such as Green Light: Signalling the Department of Transportation s Commitment to the Environment ; Implement proposed national renewable content of 5% in gasoline used for personal transportation; Implement proposed National Vehicle Emission Standard for 2012 to 2016 model year passenger vehicles. Nunavut Nunavut Climate Goals to the year 2013: Actions: Carbon pricing and the Northwest Territories: Evaluate potential for carbon pricing options to increase renewable energy generation and energy efficiency without negatively impacting the cost of living in the NWT. Assess regional cap and trade initiatives and the implications of the NWT participating in trading emission offsets and credits in a larger market.

17 Change Strategy (2003) Control and reduce GHG emissions; Identify and monitor climate change impacts; and Develop adaptation strategies. Enhance awareness and understanding: Government leading by example: Public awareness and education are essential to understanding what climate change means to residents and to encourage people to take action. The government can be a positive example by demonstrating the range of existing, and new, options to reduce emissions. Encouraging action across sectors: Promoting action on climate change in non-government sectors of the economy. Promoting technology development and innovation: Developing new energy supply options to reduce annual fuel imports. Investing in knowledge and building a foundation Focuses on improving data, broadening observations, developing networks and enhancing Nunavut s scientific capacity. Roles and responsibilities: In June 2002, the Government of Nunavut specified roles within the government to address climate change and energy issues: The Department of Sustainable Development has the mandate to monitor the impacts of climate change on the Nunavut environment, and the development of strategies or material(s), which identify, report on, or illustrate the impacts of climate change on Nunavut and Nunavummiut. IKUMA, PWS - Petroleum Products Division and the Qulliq Energy Corporation have the mandate for addressing energy use, energy conversation, and alternative energy development in Nunavut, and any related projects. The mechanism to oversee implementation of the Nunavut Climate Change Strategy and associated business plans is a Deputy Ministers Steering

18 Committee (DMSC). Membership will include but not be limited to Deputy Heads from Sustainable Development, Executive and Intergovernmental Affairs, Public Works and Services, Nunavut Housing, and Qulliq Energy Corporation, with the Deputy Head of EIA as chair. This committee will be responsible for the implementation, monitoring and performance evaluation of the actions; preparation of annual reports, work plans and budget, and preparation of and update business plans.