The Czech Republic is a medium-sized Central European country.
Environmental policy is well developed in the Czech Republic.
The ambitious 1993 national environmental policy was one of most advanced and comprehensive in Central Europe. However, some of the targets set under current legislation are too ambitious, and contain major inconsistencies. As a result, much of the legislation is being revised. Also, a 20 percent decline in GDP in recent years has pushed the environment lower on the political agenda. Significant environmental damage was sustained in the past, especially in the mining districts of northern Bohemia and the industrial areas of northern Moravia.