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Two alternative "fisheries" bills have been submitted for consideration

Littering a body of water could cost you over 5,000 UAH, while erecting a fence could cost nearly 12,000 UAH

Currently, materials that can be reused are effectively considered waste

For example, the law on the Emerald Network is not expected to be passed until 2030

The Ministry of Economy asserts that Ukraine is already moving closer to European standards in the waste management sector and maritime strategy

The European Commission and the European Parliament have repeatedly emphasized the importance of this procedure in the context of European integration

Ukraine must incorporate European standards into its legislation, particularly regarding drinking water and climate

Eliminating the EIA and EIA procedures at the initial stage poses a risk to the economy and calls into question the project’s completion

They promise to integrate environmental considerations into all economic sectors

Lawmakers are themselves creating a discrepancy with European standards that will hinder the achievement of European recycling targets

If the bill is passed, the penalty for violating state property rights over water will be 5,100 UAH instead of the current 136 UAH

Environmentalists are calling for the creation of a single agency to oversee water management