Environmental Legislation and Water Protection

This lecture covers the legal framework for environmental protection, focusing on water protection laws and regulations. It discusses the challenges of water pollution, the impact of human activities on water bodies, and the legal principles governing water quality and quantity protection. The lecture also addresses the effects of climate change on water resources, emphasizing the need for proactive measures to mitigate risks. Additionally, it explores the main legal sources for water protection and the principles of causality, prevention, and prohibition of water pollution. The lecture concludes with a detailed explanation of the Vaudois procedure for developing water protection zones.