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BUDGET 2023-2024 - Press release no. 6 of 6 - $2.4 billion to fight climate change and protect biodiversity and our water resources

BUDGET 2023-2024 - Press release no. 6 of 6 - $2.4 billion to fight climate change and protect biodiversity and our water resources

The government is using Budget 2023-2024 to diversify and consolidate its environmental measures. Initiatives totalling $1 billion over five years will make it possible to protect biodiversity and our water resources and to promote good environmental practices. In addition, for a second consecutive year, the government has substantial additional revenues from the carbon market. These revenues will be used, among other things, to enhance the 2030 Plan for a Green Economy. Today, Budget 2023-2024 confirmed that the 2023-2028 implementation plan will benefit from an additional $1.4 billion.