Environmental Legislation and Subsoil Use

This lecture covers the environmental legislation related to the construction and operation of the subsoil, emphasizing the urgent need for coordination and planning due to the various overlapping uses of space and resources. It discusses the legal framework governing subsoil ownership, mining rights, and the concept of subsoil outside property boundaries. The lecture also explores the impact of subsoil activities on urban planning, water resources, and material production. Additionally, it addresses the challenges of coordinating subsoil usage at the federal level and the importance of long-term, three-dimensional planning. The environmental considerations, including the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process, are highlighted, along with illustrations of deep geological deposits, shale gas exploitation, and the regulatory framework for hydrocarbon extraction.