Ministerial Decree No. 216 on use of water bodies for hydro-energy needs.

Subject

Energy, Sea, Water

Keyword

Hydropower generation Energy conservation/energy production Marine protected areas Navigation Territorial sea Basin/catchment/watershed Effluent waste water/discharge Environmental planning Environmental standards Freshwater quality/freshwater pollution Freshwater resources management Groundwater Protection of environment Sustainable use Water quality standards

Geographical area

Asia, CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States), Landlocked Developing Nations, Western Asia

Entry into force notes

This Decree enters into force upon signature.

Abstract

This Decree aims at ensuring the efficient use and conservation of water resources and taking measures for maximum production to meet the energy demand. The Ministry of Emergency Situations, the State Agency on Alternative and Renewable Energy Sources and the Azerbaijan Amelioration and Water Management Open Joint Stock Company shall be charged with developing projects on use of water bodies for hydro-energy needs and planning the construction of hydropower station. This Decree states that hydro

Full text

Azerbaijani

Website

www.e-qanun.az

References - Legislation

Implements

Water Code.

Legislation | Azerbaijan | 1997

Keyword: Framework law, Basic legislation, Freshwater resources management, Industrial water use, Inland waters, Potable water, Recreational water use, Surface water, Effluent waste water/discharge, Water charges, Dispute settlement, Right to water, Water rights

Source: FAO, FAOLEX