Resolution Conama No. 20 establishing a classification of fresh, brackish and marine waters.

Subject

Sea, Water

Keyword

Pollution control Classification/declassification Marine area Freshwater quality/freshwater pollution Inland waters

Geographical area

Americas, South America

Entry into force notes

This Resolution enters into force on the date of publication.

Abstract

This Resolution establishes a classification for fresh, brackish and marine waters. It consists of 41 articles establishing quality standards for the classification of every type of waters. It lists maximum residue limit of chemical elements to be content in waters for different uses (such as: quality standards for freshwater use, marine waters exploitation, aquaculture, etc.). This Resolution also establishes that controls and sanctions for offenders shall be carried out according to Act No. 6.

Full text

Portuguese

Website

www.terravista.pt

References - Legislation

Implements

Environmental Policy Act No. 6.938.

Legislation | Brazil | 1981 (2013)

Keyword: Framework law, Basic legislation, Institution, Pollution control, Environmental planning, Ecosystem preservation, Offences/penalties, Policy/planning

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Amended by

Resolution CONAMA No. 274 defining coastal bathing water criteria for Brazilian Waters.

Legislation | Brazil | 2000

Keyword: Marine pollution, Pollution control, Classification/declassification, Marine area, Environmental standards, Freshwater quality/freshwater pollution, Inland waters

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Resolution CONAMA No. 357 providing for the classification of water bodies as well as environmental directives for their framework, conditions and standards for effluent discharge.

Legislation | Brazil | 2005 (2011)

Keyword: Pollution control, Classification/declassification, Marine area, Environmental standards, Freshwater quality/freshwater pollution, Inland waters, Effluent waste water/discharge

Source: FAO, FAOLEX