31Objects of load-based licensing scheme

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—

(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,

(b) to reduce pollution, in particular, assessable pollutants, in a cost-effective and timely way,

(c) to give industry incentives for ongoing improvements in environmental performance and the adoption of cleaner technologies,

(d) to provide incentives complementary to existing regulation and education programs for environmental protection.