North American Agreement on Environmental Cooperation (NAAEC)

The North American Agreement on Environmental Cooperation (NAAEC) is a treaty among the United States, Canada, and Mexico that aims to promote environmental protection and sustainable development across North America. It encourages cooperation, sharing of information, and joint efforts to address environmental issues like pollution and conservation. The NAAEC also establishes procedures for citizens to raise concerns about environmental violations and creates mechanisms for resolving disputes. Overall, it helps ensure that economic growth in the region happens alongside responsible environmental stewardship.