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EcoLaw
EcoLaw combines a wealth of ecological information and a commentary on the law as it relates to protected plants and animals throughout the United Kingdom. It includes a description of protected species for the benefit of construction and development professionals, information on the legal implications of the presence of protected species on land which is destined for development, and a directory by means of which ecologists can be contacted by potential clients.
http://www.ecolaw.org.uk/|
Environment Agency
The Environment Agency aims to achieve major and continuous improvements in the quality of air, land and water in the UK. Includes facts and figures, and summaries of key reports.
http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/|
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
EPA is responsible for the protection of the environment in the USA.
http://www.epa.gov/|
Environmental Protection UK
NSCA's objectives are to promote clean air and environmental protection through the reduction of air, water and land pollution, noise and other contaminants, while having due regard for all aspects of the environment. The society examines environmental policy issues and aims to place them in a broader social and economic context. Includes full text of fact sheets and other information.
http://www.environmental-protection.org.uk/|
EUROPARC Federation
The EUROPARC Federation is an environmental NGO representing a network of European protected areas, seeking to conserve Europe’s nature, landscape and biodiversity. The site includes an events diary and a number of PDF reports to download.
http://www.europarc.org/home/|
Introduction to Environmental Protection
A guide to environmental protection material produced by the UK government.
http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/|
NetRegs
Provided by the Environment Agency, NetRegs is designed to help small businesses navigate through the maze of environmental legislation. Includes generic management guidelines and sector-specific guidelines to help with compliance with key environmental legislation.
http://www.netregs.gov.uk/netregs/|
Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA)
SEPA is responsible for the protection of the environment in Scotland.
http://www.sepa.org.uk/|



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