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The concept refers to pollution crime, such as the trade and disposal of waste and hazardous substances in contravention of national and international laws. In addition to these clear and present crimes, new types of environmental crime are emerging, such as carbon trade and water management crime. (Source: Interpol) Unlawful acts against the environment, such as water contamination, hazardous waste disposal, air contamination, unpermitted installation of plants, oil spills, etc. (Source: GEMET/AZENPa)

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Broader: infraction
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Anglais
Environmental crime
Russe
экологическое преступление
Espagnol
delito ambiental
Arabe
جريمة بيئية

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Multilateral environment agreements tagged with crime écologique

You can see below a list of multilateral environment agreements. Use the links on the right to view the content tagged with crime écologique. This includes official treaty texts, decisions, recommendations, and other related informational documents such as publications, annuals, meetings, documents or reports.
Assemblée des Nations Unies pour l’environnement