Central
The Environmental Quality Authority is responsible for
- Conserving and protecting the environment;
- Curbing and reducing the depletion of natural resources;
- Combating desertification and pollution;
- Promoting environmental awareness;
- Ensuring sustainable development;
- Developing policies and adaption plans for climate change.
The Palestinian Energy and Natural
Resources Authority, is responsible for:
- Implementing the goals of the national plan to develop renewable energy sources;
- Conducting research and feasibility studies on the development or use of new or renewable energy sources, systems and equipment;
- Contributing to the development of standard specifications for the equipment and systems;
- Implementing renewable energy projects and developing local manufacturing capabilities for equipment;
- Establishing information systems for renewable energy;
- Providing technical advice on renewable energy and energy efficiency and encouraging the diversification of energy supply.
The Palestinian Water Authority is responsible for:
- Integrated and sustainable management of water resources;
- Protection and preservation of water resources.
Regional
Governorates assist in coordinating services and activities
Local
Municipalities are responsible for:
- water supply;
- sewage management;
- collection and disposal of solid waste;
- public storage control;
The Costal Municipalities Water Utility (CMWU) in the Gaza Strip is in charge of the operation and maintenance of regional bulk water distribution systems.
Responsible ministries/bodies
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