Decree No. 1286/2013 establishing the Climate Change Law of the State of Chihuahua.

The Climate Change Law of the State of Chihuahua, Decree No. 1286/2013, enacted on June 22, 2013, establishes a framework for climate action in the state of Chihuahua, encompassing both climate change mitigation and adaptation. The law outlines the following objectives: to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve emission neutrality within the state, adapt to climate change impacts, and encourage civil society participation in climate action. This law institutes a state-level climate action system, led by the Ministry of Sustainable Development (SDS), responsible for formulating, implementing, and evaluating the states climate change policy. The system operates on the basis of state-level climate policies and strategies, a periodically updated state climate action plan, and regular monitoring and evaluation, along with a system of penalties and sanctions for non-compliance. This law plays a crucial role in advancing climate action in Chihuahua by providing a structured approach to reduce emissions and bolster resilience to climate change impacts.