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Decree on the implementation of rules on the protection of the environment.

Country/Territory
Switzerland
Territorial subdivision
Aargau
Document type
Regulation
Date
1998
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Environment gen.
Keyword
Pollution control EIA Enforcement/compliance Offences/penalties
Geographical area
Alps, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North-East Atlantic, Western Europe
Entry into force notes
The present Decree enters into force on 1 April 1999.
Abstract

The present Decree implements federal legislation on the environment and outlines the competences of the Canton and local authorities. Everyone must respect the environment and comply with the regulations in force. Cantons and local authorities shall inform the public about the state of the environment. With a view to improve the protection of the environment local authorities may cooperate with third parties. Part B lays down provisions relating to air pollution, protection from unnecessary noise, hazardous substances, waste prevention and soil pollution. Part C deals with environmental audit proceedings. The text consists of 24 articles divided into 4 Parts.

Full text
German
Website
www.ag.ch

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Ordinance on measures for unusually high air pollution by particulate matter (Particulate Matter Ordinance).

Legislation | Switzerland | 2006 (2010)

Keyword: Pollution control, Air quality/air pollution, Monitoring, Data collection/reporting, Enforcement/compliance

Source: FAO, FAOLEX