Environmental Protection Law
/[ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntl prəˈtɛkʃən lɔː]/
Definitions
- (n.) A body of law aimed at regulating activities to protect the environment from harm and ensure sustainable development.
Environmental protection law requires industries to manage waste responsibly to prevent pollution.
Forms
- environmental protection law
- environmental protection laws
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Commentary
Often intersects with administrative law and public policy; drafting must balance environmental goals with economic impacts.
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