Transboundary Pollution
/ˌtrænzbəˈndɛri pəˈluʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The release of pollutants across national borders resulting in environmental harm in another state, often governed by international environmental law.
The treaty aims to reduce transboundary pollution affecting neighboring countries.
Forms
- transboundary pollution
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Commentary
Usage typically arises in the context of international agreements addressing environmental harm that crosses national borders; precise definitions depend on treaty language and customary international law.
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