Decree No. 14865 of 2005 defining the requirements, conditions and mechanisms for offering contribution and shares for environmental activities carried out by non-profit organizations.

The aim of this Decree is to regulate the activity of non-profit organizations in environment protection. This Decree is composed of 3 Chapters divided into 14 articles and 1 Annex. Chapter 1 deals with the following introductory provisions: (a) terms and definitions; (b) definition of requirements and conditions for obtainment of financial contribution from the Ministry of Environment for environmental activities carried out by non-profit organizations; and (c) conditions and requirements for obtainment of benefits and advantages for non-profit-making organizations. Chapter 2 provides for the following: (1) contributio mechanisms; (2) announcing and advertising information on the contribution and share through the issuance of a resolution from the Ministry of Environment setting out priorities, periods and the values of the share; (3) establishment of a committee to study and examine applications; (4) issuance of a resolution listing the organizations that should carry out the activities; (5) signature of a memorandum of understanding between the concerned organizations and the Director-General of Environment: (6) control of the activity by the Ministry; (7) delivery of the contribution; (8) mechanisms for the recovery of the contribution; and (9) objection right. Chapter 3 deals with general provisions.