WebStamp. Press room. Environment:Topic. Latest press releases. Waste and Resource use. News Archive - The European Information Association. Actualités sur Eau - Pollution de l'eau - Pollution de la mer - Sécheresse. Water — EEA. Water is essential for life on our planet.
Our ecosystems, society and economy all need clean fresh water in sufficient amounts to thrive. But water resources are under increasing pressure in many parts of the world, and Europe is no exception. We must improve the way we use and manage our water resources if we are to continue to benefit from the vital services our water ecosystems provide. More Unsustainable fishing occurs in all European Seas and is threatening the viability of European fish stocks. 21 to 60% of the commercial fish stocks in the North-East Atlantic, the Baltic Sea and the Mediterranean are considered to be outside... more. European Union Information Website (EU and Europe) Chemical Watch. Environment. Related Press Releases The Environment Council is composed of environment ministers who meet about four times a year.
It decides by qualified majority in codecision with the European Parliament. In this sector, the European Community has the task of fostering the harmonious, balanced and sustainable development of economic activities which respects the need, in particular, to ensure a high level of environmental quality. Synthèses de la législation de l'UE. European Commission - Environment.