Law No.444 of 2002 on environmental protection.

Subject

Agricultural & rural development, Environment gen., Fisheries, Land & soil, Sea, Water, Wild species & ecosystems, Waste & hazardous substances

Keyword

Protection of environment Biodiversity Desertification Basic legislation Environmental planning Institution Pollution control Special fund EIA Marine pollution Disasters Ecosystem preservation Hazardous substances Offences/penalties Air quality/air pollution Liability/compensation Integrated management Tourism Marine area Soil pollution/quality Erosion Agricultural land Authorization/permit Hazardous waste Territorial sea Public health Surface water Groundwater Freshwater quality/freshwater pollution Bank Wetlands National parks

Geographical area

Western Asia

Entry into force notes

This Law enters into force immediately after its publication in the Official Gazette.

Abstract

This Law is composed of 7 Parts divided into 68 articles. Part I deals with fundamental principles and general provisions. Part II provides for regulating the environment protection especially the following matters: environmental planning; Environment National Council; financing environment protection through the establishment of a national environmental fund; and the mechanism of environmental pollution control. Part III refers to the Environment Information System and the participation in envi

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References - Legislation

Implemented by

Decree No. 167 of 2017 to determine the minutes of application of Article 20 of the Law on Environmental Protection No.444 of 2002.

Legislation | Lebanon | 2017

Keyword: Tax/levy, Subsidy/incentive, Business/industry/corporations, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Fiscal and market measures

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Decree No.8157 of 2012 establishing the National Council for the Environment (NCE) and determining its functions and organization.

Legislation | Lebanon | 2012

Keyword: Institution, Environmental planning, Financing

Source: FAO, FAOLEX