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31Objects of load-based licensing scheme
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#### 31 Objects of load-based licensing scheme
31 Objects of load-based licensing scheme
> The objects of the load-based licensing scheme are as follows—
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> > (a) to provide incentives to reduce the load of pollutants emitted based on the polluter pays principle and to do so within an equitable framework,
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> > (b) to reduce pollution, in particular, assessable pollutants, in a cost-effective and timely way,
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> > (c) to give industry incentives for ongoing improvements in environmental performance and the adoption of cleaner technologies,
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> > (d) to provide incentives complementary to existing regulation and education programs for environmental protection.