Law No. 2 of 1999 protecting the public health and agricultural environment against the misuse of pesticides and fertilizers. Country/Territory United Arab Emirates Document type Legislation Date 1999 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Environment gen. Keyword Pesticides Fertilizers/nutrients Inspection Offences/penalties Protection of habitats Entry into force notes This Law enters into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. Abstract This Law, consisting of 18 articles divided in VI Sections, aims at establishing The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, replacing the Environmental Research and Wildlife Development Agency. The new Agency is aimed at protecting the environment and wildlife along with its biological diversity in its natural environment, offering suggestions, making recommendations and conducting necessary studies and researches to conserve the environment and develop wildlife. All government departments and agencies Full text Arabic Website www.ead.ae References - Legislation Repealed by Law No.16 of 2005 pertaining to the Reorganization of the Abu Dhabi Environment Agency. Legislation | United Arab Emirates | 2005 Keyword: Institution, Environmental planning Source: FAO, FAOLEX