Gesetz über die Umweltverträglichkeitsprüfung in der Fassung der Bekanntmachung vom 18. März 2021 (BGBl. I S. 540), das zuletzt durch Artikel 13 des Gesetzes vom 8. Mai 2024 (BGBl. 2024 I Nr. 151) geändert worden ist (Environmental Impact Assessment Act)
The Environmental Impact Assessment Act (UVPG) was adopted for the first time in 1990 and most recently amended in 2024. This law ensures that environmental considerations are integrated into the decision-making process, promoting sustainable development and protecting natural and cultural heritage. The main purpose of the UVPG is to provide a systematic process for assessing the potential environmental impacts of proposed projects. This includes not only direct effects on the natural environment but also indirect effects on human health, biodiversity, cultural heritage, and socio-economic conditions. By requiring thorough environmental assessments,