raises concerns for public health. Current reporting under the EU Water Framework Directive shows that a substantial … UWWTD implementation remains incomplete and other significant sources of water pollution exist, especially agriculture and … focus on controls 'at source' and the efficient use of resources including water, energy and chemicals. …

Europe's coastal and marine ecosystems. The EU objective of halting biodiversity loss by 2010 has not been met in either the … policy efforts include the EU Water Framework Directive and other freshwater legislation, and the Habitats and Birds …

biodiversity protection and water management and also hinder the effectiveness of instruments in these areas, including the Natura … 2000 network and the Water Framework Directive. …