An overview of the Swedish Environmental Code, in force from 1 January 1999; the precautionary approach as the basis - the burden of proof, requirements to use best possible techniques, requirements as to the location of activities and to reuse and recycle, clarification on liability to clean up polluted sites; new powers to introduce environmental quality standards; provisions on environmental impact assessment; nature conservation, based on a network of protected areas; GMOs; new obligations in respect of chemicals; waste legislation; enforcement - penal provisions and sanction charges.
European Energy and Environmental Law Review