Resources
Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards (South Australia) Act
An Act to apply the Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards Act 2005 of the Commonwealth as a law of this State; to repeal the Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards Act 2006; and for other purposes.
Water (Commonwealth Powers) Act
An Act to refer certain matters relating to water management to the Commonwealth Parliament for the purposes of section 51(xxxvii) of the Constitution of the Commonwealth.
Environmental Law
This Law provides for the rehabilitation of the environment, and the conservation and sustainable use of natural resources, living and non-living organisms. The Law consists of 9 Chapters divided into 82 articles.The National Environmental Protection Agency shall be responsible for the implementation of this Law.
Constitution of Afghanistan
The 2004 Constitution was designed to take into account the social, political, and religious dynamic of Afghanistan, and it established an Islamic Republic. The Constitution recognizes Islam as the national religion, commits to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and pledges to fight terrorism and narcotics production. Power is divided between the President, the National Assembly, the Grand Assembly, and the Supreme Court.
Mining Regulations
These Regulations implement provisions of the Minerals Law and aim at: the conservation, management, development and proper use of the mineral resources of the nation; promoting the rational exploration, development, exploitation and mineral processing in a combined effort of the Government and private sector; and at enhancing national growth in a way to safeguard the environment.
Mines Act, 1923
An Act to amend and consolidate the law relating to the regulation and inspection of mines.
Wild Birds and Animal Protection Act, 1912
An Act to make better provision for the protection and preservation of certain wild birds and animals.
UNEP & SAARC South Asia Environment Outlook 2009
This report provides an overview of the state of the natural environment in South Asia, including emerging trends, taking into account socio-economic factors.South Asia occupies about 5 percent of the world’s land mass, but is home to about 20 percent of the world’s population. This is expected to rise to about 25 percent by 2025. Three-quarters of South Asia’s population lives in rural areas, with one-third living in extreme poverty (on less than a dollar a day).
Cutting of Trees (Prohibition) Act, 1992
An Act to provide for the prohibition of cutting of trees near the external frontiers of Pakistan
Electricity Act, 1910
An Act to amend the law relating to the supply and use of electrical energy.