
Antarctic Act (1994)
The Antarctic Act implements the Environmental Protocol into UK law
As well as conducting globally important science, BAS fulfills its stewardship role by working to the highest environmental standards in all its operations and by playing a leading role in the Antarctic Treaty – the world’s most successful international agreement.
The Antarctic Act implements the Environmental Protocol into UK law
Energy consumption and the BAS carbon reduction strategy
World-class science with the minimum of environmental impact
The Protocol sets a framework for the comprehensive protection of the Antarctic environment
Regulation of commercial fisheries in the southern ocean since 1982
Agreements which regulate activities and protect plants and animals
Waste management procedures and oil spill prevention
The Antarctic Treaty bans mineral exporation on the continent
The Antarctic Treaty designation of protected sites
Learn more about Antarctica's animals