10-17 About Environmental Protection

Summary

This Law determines the legal, economic and social bases of environmental protection. The purpose of the law is to ensure environmental safety in the field of protection of the ecological balance of the environment, prevention of harmful effects of economic and other activities on natural ecosystems, conservation of biological diversity and effective organization of the use of medicine. Additionally, this Law regulates the interaction of nature and society in order to improve the quality of the environment, the efficient use and restoration of natural resources, and the strengthening of legislation and regulations in the field of environmental protection.

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Issuer

Azerbaijan

Year

1999

Region

Asia

Policy Type

Other sustainability policy

Geographical scope

National

Mandatory or voluntary

Mandatory

Main industries targeted

Finance & Insurance
Manufacturing
Construction
Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services

Restrictiveness

Low

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 13: Climate Action
SDG 14: Life Below Water
SDG 15: Life on Land
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals