This e-presentation addresses the complexity and conflict of norms in ensuring compliance with EU environmental law. It outlines the extensive body of EU environmental law, comprising over 500 directives, regulations and decisions, and how the different approaches of different pieces of legislation create numerous opportunities for conflicting standards. The presentation also discusses compliance at Member State level, noting the prevalence of infringement cases and their causes. It concludes by highlighting the need for regulatory harmonisation to resolve these conflicts and improve compliance.
e-Presentation | March 2024 | Learning time: 31 minutes
e-Presentation by Iris Kieft, Associate Partner at NautaDutilh International Law Firm, Rotterdam.