This regulation establishes Expert Environmental Councils (EEC) to act as advisory bodies for the Regional Inspectorates for Environment and Water. It defines their role in reviewing Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for investment proposals and Strategic Environmental Assessments (SEA) for plans and programs. The regulation specifies the council's composition, requiring a mix of permanent inspectorate staff and representatives from local municipalities, relevant ministries, and scientific institutions. It establishes strict conflict-of-interest requirements, mandating that members sign a declaration of independence to ensure impartiality. Operating procedures are outlined, including notice periods for meetings, quorum requirements, and the voting process. It provides for the recording of dissenting opinions in meeting minutes and defines the final decision-making authority of the Inspectorate Director based on the council's recommendations. Regarding composition, the 2015 amendment explicitly includes representatives from environmental non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in the council membership.
Bulgarie · 2013-05-28