The Swedish Environmental Code

Abstract

An overview of the Swedish Environmental Code, in force from 1 January 1999; the precautionary approach as the basis - the burden of proof, requirements to use best possible techniques, requirements as to the location of activities and to reuse and recycle, clarification on liability to clean up polluted sites; new powers to introduce environmental quality standards; provisions on environmental impact assessment; nature conservation, based on a network of protected areas; GMOs; new obligations in respect of chemicals; waste legislation; enforcement - penal provisions and sanction charges.

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