The new members' financial commitments will be subsidized by the European Union during the first three years. With almost double its current membership, the EEA expects to provide a more comprehensive picture of the state of Europe's environment. The agency will help Candidate Countries implement the European Union's environmental laws before their accession. The environmental case for early enlargement is very strong. The environment has been shamefully neglected in the accession debate.
Environmental issues can benefit an enlargement process that is facing increasing skepticism.
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