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Law implementing the Federal Law on protection of waters.

Country/Territory
Switzerland
Territorial subdivision
Aargau
Document type
Legislation
Date
1977
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
Einführungsgesetz zum eidgenössischen Gewässerschutzgesetz (EG GSchG).
Subject
Water
Keyword
Pollution control Freshwater pollution Groundwater Surface water Effluent waste water/discharge Inland waters Subsidy/incentive Recycling/reuse Enforcement/compliance 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 February 1978.
Abstract

The present Law implements the Federal Law on the protection of waters of 8 October 1971. It aims at conserving and improving the purity of both public and private surface waters and groundwater. Furthermore, it regulates the re-cycling and disposal of waste water. The law attaches great importance to the protection of the environment; therefore, the competent authorities shall take necessary steps to implement an environmental-friendly policy of waste water disposal. The Cantonal Council issues a plan for redevelopment of waters in the Canton based on the requirements of water and the available financial means. The local authorities shall keep a register of waste water providing appropriate details. Private waste water plants shall have to be built in common amongst several owners whenever it is necessary for water protection or if costs can be saved. The text consists of 50 articles divided into 7 Parts as follows: General Provisions and competences (A); Discharge and cleaning of waste water (B); Re-cycling and disposal of waste (C); Compensation of damage (D); Protection of groundwater (E); Contribution of the State (F); Final provisions (G).

Full text
German

References - Legislation

Implements

Loi fédérale sur la protection des eaux (LEaux).

Legislation | Switzerland | 1991 (2017)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Freshwater resources management, Pollution control, Freshwater pollution, Irrigation, Fertilizers/nutrients, Effluent waste water/discharge, Research, Water supply, Potable water, Ecosystem preservation, Sustainable use

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Implemented by

Ordinance implementing the Federal Law on protection of waters.

Legislation | Switzerland | 1978

Keyword: Inland waters, Surface water, Groundwater, Enforcement/compliance

Source: FAO, FAOLEX