Listed below are the 'spotlight' items previously shown on our Home Page. Most recent features shown at the top.
Non-essential Pesticides Control Act- The Nova Scotia government has approved the Non-essential Pesticides Control Act on May 11, 2010. Learn about growing and maintaining a healthy lawn which minimizes weed growth and pest proliferation - more.
Climate Change Action Plan- Nova Scotia Environment has released a Climate Change Action Plan and launched the Climate Change website to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and protect our province.
Remediation Monitoring Oversight Board- The Remediation Monitoring Oversight Board Annual Report for 2011 is now available for download.
The 2010 and 2009 report are also available.
Best Thing You'll Never Do- Nova Scotia Environment recently launched an anti-litter campaign called "Best Thing You’ll NEVER Do". Take the "Never Litter" pledge, today.
Environmental Goals and Sustainable Prosperity Act- The 2009 annual report on the Environmental Goals and Sustainable Prosperity Act, reporting on progress to March 31, 2009, was released August 25th. View the Report (PDF: 1.2mb)
Environmental Goals and Sustainable Prosperity Act- Read about what Nova Scotia is going to do to achieve our environmental and economic goals. More.
Better Regulation- The Better Regulation Initiative is a province-wide initiative to improve laws and regulations in Nova Scotia. Read how Environment is leading the way.
Well Water Safety- Nova Scotians returning to their homes in the Porters Lake-Lake Echo area following this past weekend’s forest fires should be mindful of well water quality. More.
Green Web- Nova Scotia's environment is better protected since the launch of the provincial Green Plan, Towards a Sustainable Environment. Visit the Green Web to find out more about the plan and read about our progress.
Agencies, Boards and Commissions- A chance to serve your fellow Nova Scotians:
learn about participating on our agencies, boards, and commissions.
Nova Scotia: Come to life!- Nova Scotia is a place where people can balance work, play and family life and truly live to their best. Read our story at novascotialife.com