42-15 Act No. 254/2001 Coll. (Water Act)

Summary

The 2001 Water Act is the overarching law for the protection and management of water resources. It includes provisions for water conservation, flood prevention, economic instruments for water management, and water planning and international co-operation. It also regulates water discharge permits.

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Issuer

Czech Republic

Year

2001

Region

Europe

Policy Type

Disclosure

Geographical scope

National

Mandatory or voluntary

Mandatory

Main industries targeted

Administrative, Support, Waste Management
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting
Construction
Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas Extraction

Restrictiveness

Moderate

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 1: No Poverty
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 13: Climate Action
SDG 14: Life Below Water
SDG 15: Life on Land
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals