pollution

Definitions over time (1)

25/06/2009 – today applies on 12/11/2026 Article 2, Directive 2008/1/EC Scope: Whole act

For the purposes of this Directive the following definitions shall apply:

‘pollution’ means the direct or indirect introduction, as a result of human activity, of substances, vibrations, heat or noise into the air, water or land which may be harmful to human health or the quality of the environment, result in damage to material property, or impair or interfere with amenities and other legitimate uses of the environment;

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