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Energy Law of the Canton of Aargau (Energy Law).

Country/Territory
Switzerland
Territorial subdivision
Aargau
Document type
Legislation
Date
1993 (2011)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Energy
Keyword
Basic legislation Energy conservation/energy production Policy/planning Renewable energy Offences/penalties
Geographical area
Alps, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North-East Atlantic, Western Europe
Entry into force notes
The present Law enters into force on 1 September 1995.
Abstract

The present Law lays down provisions relating to energy issues in the Canton of Aargau. Its aim is to ensure the supply of energy; to create more favourable conditions for the production of energy; to use energy sparingly; to reduce pollution of the environment; to promote the exploitation of local and renewable energy sources. State activities have to take into consideration the need for sustainable development and the general economic situation. The text consists of 33 articles divided into 6 Parts as follows: General provisions (I); Energy saving measures (II); Promotion measures (III); Planning measures (IV); Enterprises and energy plants (V); Execution (VI); Final provisions (VII).

Full text
German
Website
www.ag.ch

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Ordinance implementing the Energy Law of the Canton of Aargau (Energy Law) and the Federal Energy Act (Energy Implementing Ordinance).

Legislation | Switzerland | 2000 (2009)

Keyword: Energy conservation/energy production, Policy/planning, Renewable energy, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Decree on the contract of the Energy Corporation “AEW Energie”.

Legislation | Switzerland | 1999

Keyword: Energy conservation/energy production, Business/industry/corporations, Inspection, Enforcement/compliance

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Energy Law of the Canton of Aargau (Energy Law).

Legislation | Switzerland | 2012 (2012)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Energy conservation/energy production, Policy/planning, Renewable energy, Offences/penalties, Enforcement/compliance

Source: FAO, FAOLEX