ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
Climate Change Act
4. Guiding values and principles
Edition: 2023-09-15 · In force
4. Guiding values and principles
(1)The guiding values and principles of low carbon climate change resilient and development in this section shall bind all level of government and all persons when—(a)enacting, applying or interpreting any provisions of this Act; and(b)making or implementing public policy decisions on climate change.(2)In discharging their functions and duties under this Act the Council, the Cabinet Secretary, county government, any state officer and state organ shall be guided by the following—(a)national values and principles of governance in Article 10 of the Constitution and the values and principles of public service in Article 232 of the Constitution;(b)be guided by the provisions of Articles 42 and 69 of the Constitution;(c)ensure promotion of sustainable development under changing climatic conditions;(d)ensure equity and social inclusion in allocation of effort, costs and benefits to cater for special needs, vulnerabilities, capabilities, disparities and responsibilities;(e)ensure integrity and transparency;(f)ensure participation and consultation with stakeholders in accordance with the Schedule.