1976 Law Established Environmental Rights in France

In 1976, France passed a law that created a general framework for environmental protection. This law, known as the ‘law on the protection of nature,’ introduced environmental impact assessments, requiring developers to consider the environment in their projects. The law also recognized animals as ‘sensitive beings,’ a surprising stance given the practices of intensive animal farming.

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