Cross-Border Pollution

/ˈkrɔːsˌbɔːrdər pəˈluːʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Environmental contamination originating in one country that adversely affects the environment, human health, or property in another country, raising issues of international law and responsibility.
    The treaty was designed to address cross-border pollution affecting shared waterways.

Forms

  • cross-border pollution

Commentary

Cross-border pollution is a key concept in international environmental law, highlighting the need for cooperation and legal frameworks to handle environmental harms that transcend national borders.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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