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Bermuda Environmental Charter

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The Environmental Charter of Bermuda is a commitment between the United Kingdom and the Government of Bermuda to recognize the critical importance of a healthy environment to the welfare and future survival of Bermudians. The United Kingdom Overseas Territories Conservation Forum posts the Environmental Charter for all overseas territories on it's website: http://www.ukotcf.org/pdf/charters/bermuda.pdf The text of the Bermuda Environmental Charter is below: ENVIRONMENT CHARTER FOR BERMUDA Guiding principles For the UK government, for the government of Bermuda∗ and for the people of Bermuda. 1.) To recognise that all people need a healthy environment for their well-being and livelihoods and that all can help to conserve and sustain it. 2.) To use out natural resources wisely, being fair to present and future generations. 3.) To identify environmental opportunities, costs and risks in all policies and strategies. 4.) To seek expert advice and consult openly with int