Decree-Law No. 192/2000 on prevention and control of the pollution caused by certain activities.

Subject

Air & atmosphere, Environment gen., Land & soil, Water

Keyword

Pollution control Air quality/air pollution Authorization/permit Data collection/reporting Access-to-information Noise pollution Basic legislation Hazardous substances Soil pollution/quality

Geographical area

Europe, European Union Countries, Southern Europe

Entry into force notes

This Decree-Law enters into force the first working day of the month following that of publication.

Abstract

This Decree-Law is composed of 44 articles and three annexes divided in six Chapters. It regulates prevention and control measures against the pollution caused by certain activities, with the aim of reducing their impact over air, water, noise and soil. The list of activities is provided in the annexes, as well as the maximum emission values allowed. It requires environmental impact assessment and regular inspections over hazardous substances and illicit marine pollution. Particular attention is

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References - Legislation

Implements

Council Directive 96/61/EC concerning integrated pollution prevention and control

Legislation | European Union | 1996 | Repealed

Keyword: Pollution control, Air quality/air pollution, Authorization/permit, Data collection/reporting, Access-to-information, Noise pollution, Basic legislation, Hazardous substances, Soil pollution/quality

Source: FAO, FAOLEX