Waste management
Waste management includes the safe treatment and recovery of waste in line with rules to minimise environmental impacts. Further information and management options can be found on the following portals.
Waste management
Waste management includes the safe treatment and recovery of waste in line with rules to minimise environmental impacts. Further information and management options can be found on the following portals.
Environmental permit for waste
Information on how to apply for an environmental permit for waste is available on the website of the Ministry of Climate and the application can be submitted via the self-service portal of the Environmental Board.
Environmental permit for waste
Information on how to apply for an environmental permit for waste is available on the website of the Ministry of Climate and the application can be submitted via the self-service portal of the Environmental Board.
Waste reporting
The compliance of waste treatment with environmental requirements is documented and responsible waste management is supported through the waste management reports of companies. The report must be submitted by persons to whom an integrated environmental permit, an environmental permit or a registration (for waste recovery or transport) has been issued, which was valid during the reporting year (even if only for one day) in the self-service environment of the Environmental Board.
Waste reporting
The compliance of waste treatment with environmental requirements is documented and responsible waste management is supported through the waste management reports of companies. The report must be submitted by persons to whom an integrated environmental permit, an environmental permit or a registration (for waste recovery or transport) has been issued, which was valid during the reporting year (even if only for one day) in the self-service environment of the Environmental Board.
Packaging Register
Packaging must be processed and accounted for to comply with the law and reduce the environmental impact. The company that fills packaging in Estonia, purchases packaged goods from another Member State or imports goods packaged from third countries is responsible for packaging circulation. The Packaging Register makes it possible to track and manage packaging and waste data, submit the necessary information and authorise employees to enter data.
Packaging Register
Packaging must be processed and accounted for to comply with the law and reduce the environmental impact. The company that fills packaging in Estonia, purchases packaged goods from another Member State or imports goods packaged from third countries is responsible for packaging circulation. The Packaging Register makes it possible to track and manage packaging and waste data, submit the necessary information and authorise employees to enter data.
Circular economy
The sustainable use of resources through the circulation of materials helps reduce environmental impacts and promote the circular economy. The Environmental Portal provides information and tools to monitor and manage the circulation of materials and support companies and organisations in implementing efficient solutions.
Circular economy
The sustainable use of resources through the circulation of materials helps reduce environmental impacts and promote the circular economy. The Environmental Portal provides information and tools to monitor and manage the circulation of materials and support companies and organisations in implementing efficient solutions.
Water
Effective water management and protection of water bodies are important activities that help maintain water quality and promote environmental conservation. The portals provide information and the option to apply for, for example, an environmental permit for special use of water, which gives the right to use water or a body of water for the implementation of a proposed activity.
Water
Effective water management and protection of water bodies are important activities that help maintain water quality and promote environmental conservation. The portals provide information and the option to apply for, for example, an environmental permit for special use of water, which gives the right to use water or a body of water for the implementation of a proposed activity.
Mineral resources
Managing the mineral resources and geological data of Estonia helps use them sustainably and protect the environment. There is information on mineral resources and the option to apply for environmental permits to extract mineral resources such as sand, peat and/or gravel.
Mineral resources
Managing the mineral resources and geological data of Estonia helps use them sustainably and protect the environment. There is information on mineral resources and the option to apply for environmental permits to extract mineral resources such as sand, peat and/or gravel.
Air and climate
Information on air and climate allows companies whose activities affect the environment to reduce air pollution in order to maintain people's well-being and health and protect the natural environment.
Air and climate
Information on air and climate allows companies whose activities affect the environment to reduce air pollution in order to maintain people's well-being and health and protect the natural environment.
Radiation
Information on radiation and radiation practice and the relevant application options help ensure safety and compliance with the rules in the field. In order to receive a radiation practice licence, submit an application in the self-service portal of environmental decisions.
Radiation
Information on radiation and radiation practice and the relevant application options help ensure safety and compliance with the rules in the field. In order to receive a radiation practice licence, submit an application in the self-service portal of environmental decisions.
Soil protection and land use
Soil and land are critical resources that are the foundation of the production of food, energy and raw materials. More than 50% of the planet's biodiversity is found in soil. Soil in a good condition is the largest carbon reservoir on the land territory of the planet. Increasing soil degradation, desertification and droughts are reducing the biodiversity in soil and its organic carbon and nutrient content. The Ministry of Climate Change, in cooperation with the Ministry of Regional Development and Agriculture and the Environment Agency, has launched activities in this direction, supporting soil monitoring, land users and the upgrading of national data systems.
Soil protection and land use
Soil and land are critical resources that are the foundation of the production of food, energy and raw materials. More than 50% of the planet's biodiversity is found in soil. Soil in a good condition is the largest carbon reservoir on the land territory of the planet. Increasing soil degradation, desertification and droughts are reducing the biodiversity in soil and its organic carbon and nutrient content. The Ministry of Climate Change, in cooperation with the Ministry of Regional Development and Agriculture and the Environment Agency, has launched activities in this direction, supporting soil monitoring, land users and the upgrading of national data systems.
Environmental impact assessment
Environmental assessment information and access to assessment programmes and reports help understand and prevent the environmental impacts of projects and activities, for example in planning industry and large-scale facilities and issuing of authorisations, supporting informed decision-making and responsible environmental management.
Environmental impact assessment
Environmental assessment information and access to assessment programmes and reports help understand and prevent the environmental impacts of projects and activities, for example in planning industry and large-scale facilities and issuing of authorisations, supporting informed decision-making and responsible environmental management.
Planning and construction
Planning and construction activities that may have a significant impact on the environment require coordination. Information on regulations and coordination opportunities help ensure that projects comply with environmental requirements, enabling efficient and responsible development.
Planning and construction
Planning and construction activities that may have a significant impact on the environment require coordination. Information on regulations and coordination opportunities help ensure that projects comply with environmental requirements, enabling efficient and responsible development.
Environmental liability
Information on environmental liability helps understand and implement measures to prevent and remedy environmental damage, ensuring responsible activities and compliance with the law.
Environmental liability
Information on environmental liability helps understand and implement measures to prevent and remedy environmental damage, ensuring responsible activities and compliance with the law.
Protected areas
You can find Estonia’s protected natural sites on the Estonian protected areas website.
Protected areas
You can find Estonia’s protected natural sites on the Estonian protected areas website.
Biodiversity in Estonia
Information on Estonia’s biodiversity and its links to different areas of life is brought together by the Loodusveeb website.
Biodiversity in Estonia
Information on Estonia’s biodiversity and its links to different areas of life is brought together by the Loodusveeb website.
Alien species
Alien species are species that occur outside their natural range in Estonia. They have ended up here as a result of people’s unintentional or intentional actions.
Alien species
Alien species are species that occur outside their natural range in Estonia. They have ended up here as a result of people’s unintentional or intentional actions.
Sustainable tourism in protected areas
The Environment Agency provides information on the operational requirements effective in protected areas, helping to ensure that nature conservation objectives are met and the values of protected areas are preserved.
Sustainable tourism in protected areas
The Environment Agency provides information on the operational requirements effective in protected areas, helping to ensure that nature conservation objectives are met and the values of protected areas are preserved.
Forestry
Information on forest management, sustainable development and protection of forests supports the responsible and environmentally friendly development of forest management.
Forestry
Information on forest management, sustainable development and protection of forests supports the responsible and environmentally friendly development of forest management.
Fishing
Information on fishing rights, protected areas, endangered species and the state of fish stocks helps ensure responsible fishing and support the sustainability of fish stocks.
Fishing
Information on fishing rights, protected areas, endangered species and the state of fish stocks helps ensure responsible fishing and support the sustainability of fish stocks.
Hunting
Information on hunting rules, permits, hunting seasons and conservation measures for endangered species supports responsible hunting and helps maintain the balance of wildlife.
Hunting
Information on hunting rules, permits, hunting seasons and conservation measures for endangered species supports responsible hunting and helps maintain the balance of wildlife.
Sustainability reporting
Sustainability reporting helps companies promote responsible operating practices and improve their environmental and social impact.
Sustainability reporting
Sustainability reporting helps companies promote responsible operating practices and improve their environmental and social impact.
Environmental management
EMAS is the environmental management system of the European Union, which helps companies systematically address environmental issues and make sure they meet EU requirements. The EMAS Public Environmental Statement is a way to communicate with stakeholders in a transparent way and also provides benefits in terms of legal compliance.
Environmental management
EMAS is the environmental management system of the European Union, which helps companies systematically address environmental issues and make sure they meet EU requirements. The EMAS Public Environmental Statement is a way to communicate with stakeholders in a transparent way and also provides benefits in terms of legal compliance.
European Union Ecolabel
The EU Ecolabel is for sustainable companies that promote innovation and want to offer green products and services. The EU Ecolabel on a product or service helps improve a company’s reputation and ensures its trustworthiness and compliance with EU legislation.
European Union Ecolabel
The EU Ecolabel is for sustainable companies that promote innovation and want to offer green products and services. The EU Ecolabel on a product or service helps improve a company’s reputation and ensures its trustworthiness and compliance with EU legislation.
Environmentally-friendly public procurement
Environmentally-friendly public procurement ensures that public funds are channelled towards products and services that are more energy efficient, have a smaller carbon footprint and are more cost-effective in the long term. This means cleaner air, a safer living environment and innovative solutions for buildings, infrastructure, transport and the everyday environment of things and services. It also creates new opportunities for local companies that develop sustainable and therefore more competitive solutions.
Environmentally-friendly public procurement
Environmentally-friendly public procurement ensures that public funds are channelled towards products and services that are more energy efficient, have a smaller carbon footprint and are more cost-effective in the long term. This means cleaner air, a safer living environment and innovative solutions for buildings, infrastructure, transport and the everyday environment of things and services. It also creates new opportunities for local companies that develop sustainable and therefore more competitive solutions.
Planning
On this page, you will find explanations of laws, guidelines, frequently asked questions and training information to learn more about spatial planning and get help with this. Spatial planning includes, for example, the state-directed designated and comprehensive plans and detailed spatial plans.
Planning
On this page, you will find explanations of laws, guidelines, frequently asked questions and training information to learn more about spatial planning and get help with this. Spatial planning includes, for example, the state-directed designated and comprehensive plans and detailed spatial plans.
Planning database
The planning database provides entrepreneurs with quick and easy access to information that supports business decisions in real estate and development.
Planning database
The planning database provides entrepreneurs with quick and easy access to information that supports business decisions in real estate and development.
National plans
The website of national plans provides access to information on spatial planning at the level of the state, including current and pending national plans that are relevant for the planning and implementation of strategic infrastructure and development projects.
National plans
The website of national plans provides access to information on spatial planning at the level of the state, including current and pending national plans that are relevant for the planning and implementation of strategic infrastructure and development projects.
Thematic information
Environmental use
Waste management
Waste management includes the safe treatment and recovery of waste in line with rules to minimise environmental impacts. Further information and management options can be found on the following portals.
Waste management
Waste management includes the safe treatment and recovery of waste in line with rules to minimise environmental impacts. Further information and management options can be found on the following portals.
Environmental permit for waste
Information on how to apply for an environmental permit for waste is available on the website of the Ministry of Climate and the application can be submitted via the self-service portal of the Environmental Board.
Environmental permit for waste
Information on how to apply for an environmental permit for waste is available on the website of the Ministry of Climate and the application can be submitted via the self-service portal of the Environmental Board.
Waste reporting
The compliance of waste treatment with environmental requirements is documented and responsible waste management is supported through the waste management reports of companies. The report must be submitted by persons to whom an integrated environmental permit, an environmental permit or a registration (for waste recovery or transport) has been issued, which was valid during the reporting year (even if only for one day) in the self-service environment of the Environmental Board.
Waste reporting
The compliance of waste treatment with environmental requirements is documented and responsible waste management is supported through the waste management reports of companies. The report must be submitted by persons to whom an integrated environmental permit, an environmental permit or a registration (for waste recovery or transport) has been issued, which was valid during the reporting year (even if only for one day) in the self-service environment of the Environmental Board.
Packaging Register
Packaging must be processed and accounted for to comply with the law and reduce the environmental impact. The company that fills packaging in Estonia, purchases packaged goods from another Member State or imports goods packaged from third countries is responsible for packaging circulation. The Packaging Register makes it possible to track and manage packaging and waste data, submit the necessary information and authorise employees to enter data.
Packaging Register
Packaging must be processed and accounted for to comply with the law and reduce the environmental impact. The company that fills packaging in Estonia, purchases packaged goods from another Member State or imports goods packaged from third countries is responsible for packaging circulation. The Packaging Register makes it possible to track and manage packaging and waste data, submit the necessary information and authorise employees to enter data.
Circular economy
The sustainable use of resources through the circulation of materials helps reduce environmental impacts and promote the circular economy. The Environmental Portal provides information and tools to monitor and manage the circulation of materials and support companies and organisations in implementing efficient solutions.
Circular economy
The sustainable use of resources through the circulation of materials helps reduce environmental impacts and promote the circular economy. The Environmental Portal provides information and tools to monitor and manage the circulation of materials and support companies and organisations in implementing efficient solutions.
Water
Effective water management and protection of water bodies are important activities that help maintain water quality and promote environmental conservation. The portals provide information and the option to apply for, for example, an environmental permit for special use of water, which gives the right to use water or a body of water for the implementation of a proposed activity.
Water
Effective water management and protection of water bodies are important activities that help maintain water quality and promote environmental conservation. The portals provide information and the option to apply for, for example, an environmental permit for special use of water, which gives the right to use water or a body of water for the implementation of a proposed activity.
Mineral resources
Managing the mineral resources and geological data of Estonia helps use them sustainably and protect the environment. There is information on mineral resources and the option to apply for environmental permits to extract mineral resources such as sand, peat and/or gravel.
Mineral resources
Managing the mineral resources and geological data of Estonia helps use them sustainably and protect the environment. There is information on mineral resources and the option to apply for environmental permits to extract mineral resources such as sand, peat and/or gravel.
Air and climate
Information on air and climate allows companies whose activities affect the environment to reduce air pollution in order to maintain people's well-being and health and protect the natural environment.
Air and climate
Information on air and climate allows companies whose activities affect the environment to reduce air pollution in order to maintain people's well-being and health and protect the natural environment.
Radiation
Information on radiation and radiation practice and the relevant application options help ensure safety and compliance with the rules in the field. In order to receive a radiation practice licence, submit an application in the self-service portal of environmental decisions.
Radiation
Information on radiation and radiation practice and the relevant application options help ensure safety and compliance with the rules in the field. In order to receive a radiation practice licence, submit an application in the self-service portal of environmental decisions.
Soil protection and land use
Soil and land are critical resources that are the foundation of the production of food, energy and raw materials. More than 50% of the planet's biodiversity is found in soil. Soil in a good condition is the largest carbon reservoir on the land territory of the planet. Increasing soil degradation, desertification and droughts are reducing the biodiversity in soil and its organic carbon and nutrient content. The Ministry of Climate Change, in cooperation with the Ministry of Regional Development and Agriculture and the Environment Agency, has launched activities in this direction, supporting soil monitoring, land users and the upgrading of national data systems.
Soil protection and land use
Soil and land are critical resources that are the foundation of the production of food, energy and raw materials. More than 50% of the planet's biodiversity is found in soil. Soil in a good condition is the largest carbon reservoir on the land territory of the planet. Increasing soil degradation, desertification and droughts are reducing the biodiversity in soil and its organic carbon and nutrient content. The Ministry of Climate Change, in cooperation with the Ministry of Regional Development and Agriculture and the Environment Agency, has launched activities in this direction, supporting soil monitoring, land users and the upgrading of national data systems.
Environmental management
Environmental impact assessment
Environmental assessment information and access to assessment programmes and reports help understand and prevent the environmental impacts of projects and activities, for example in planning industry and large-scale facilities and issuing of authorisations, supporting informed decision-making and responsible environmental management.
Environmental impact assessment
Environmental assessment information and access to assessment programmes and reports help understand and prevent the environmental impacts of projects and activities, for example in planning industry and large-scale facilities and issuing of authorisations, supporting informed decision-making and responsible environmental management.
Planning and construction
Planning and construction activities that may have a significant impact on the environment require coordination. Information on regulations and coordination opportunities help ensure that projects comply with environmental requirements, enabling efficient and responsible development.
Planning and construction
Planning and construction activities that may have a significant impact on the environment require coordination. Information on regulations and coordination opportunities help ensure that projects comply with environmental requirements, enabling efficient and responsible development.
Environmental liability
Information on environmental liability helps understand and implement measures to prevent and remedy environmental damage, ensuring responsible activities and compliance with the law.
Environmental liability
Information on environmental liability helps understand and implement measures to prevent and remedy environmental damage, ensuring responsible activities and compliance with the law.
Nature conservation
Protected areas
You can find Estonia’s protected natural sites on the Estonian protected areas website.
Protected areas
You can find Estonia’s protected natural sites on the Estonian protected areas website.
Biodiversity in Estonia
Information on Estonia’s biodiversity and its links to different areas of life is brought together by the Loodusveeb website.
Biodiversity in Estonia
Information on Estonia’s biodiversity and its links to different areas of life is brought together by the Loodusveeb website.
Alien species
Alien species are species that occur outside their natural range in Estonia. They have ended up here as a result of people’s unintentional or intentional actions.
Alien species
Alien species are species that occur outside their natural range in Estonia. They have ended up here as a result of people’s unintentional or intentional actions.
Sustainable tourism in protected areas
The Environment Agency provides information on the operational requirements effective in protected areas, helping to ensure that nature conservation objectives are met and the values of protected areas are preserved.
Sustainable tourism in protected areas
The Environment Agency provides information on the operational requirements effective in protected areas, helping to ensure that nature conservation objectives are met and the values of protected areas are preserved.
Forestry
Information on forest management, sustainable development and protection of forests supports the responsible and environmentally friendly development of forest management.
Forestry
Information on forest management, sustainable development and protection of forests supports the responsible and environmentally friendly development of forest management.
Fishing
Information on fishing rights, protected areas, endangered species and the state of fish stocks helps ensure responsible fishing and support the sustainability of fish stocks.
Fishing
Information on fishing rights, protected areas, endangered species and the state of fish stocks helps ensure responsible fishing and support the sustainability of fish stocks.
Hunting
Information on hunting rules, permits, hunting seasons and conservation measures for endangered species supports responsible hunting and helps maintain the balance of wildlife.
Hunting
Information on hunting rules, permits, hunting seasons and conservation measures for endangered species supports responsible hunting and helps maintain the balance of wildlife.
Sustainability
Sustainability reporting
Sustainability reporting helps companies promote responsible operating practices and improve their environmental and social impact.
Sustainability reporting
Sustainability reporting helps companies promote responsible operating practices and improve their environmental and social impact.
Environmental management
EMAS is the environmental management system of the European Union, which helps companies systematically address environmental issues and make sure they meet EU requirements. The EMAS Public Environmental Statement is a way to communicate with stakeholders in a transparent way and also provides benefits in terms of legal compliance.
Environmental management
EMAS is the environmental management system of the European Union, which helps companies systematically address environmental issues and make sure they meet EU requirements. The EMAS Public Environmental Statement is a way to communicate with stakeholders in a transparent way and also provides benefits in terms of legal compliance.
European Union Ecolabel
The EU Ecolabel is for sustainable companies that promote innovation and want to offer green products and services. The EU Ecolabel on a product or service helps improve a company’s reputation and ensures its trustworthiness and compliance with EU legislation.
European Union Ecolabel
The EU Ecolabel is for sustainable companies that promote innovation and want to offer green products and services. The EU Ecolabel on a product or service helps improve a company’s reputation and ensures its trustworthiness and compliance with EU legislation.
Environmentally-friendly public procurement
Environmentally-friendly public procurement ensures that public funds are channelled towards products and services that are more energy efficient, have a smaller carbon footprint and are more cost-effective in the long term. This means cleaner air, a safer living environment and innovative solutions for buildings, infrastructure, transport and the everyday environment of things and services. It also creates new opportunities for local companies that develop sustainable and therefore more competitive solutions.
Environmentally-friendly public procurement
Environmentally-friendly public procurement ensures that public funds are channelled towards products and services that are more energy efficient, have a smaller carbon footprint and are more cost-effective in the long term. This means cleaner air, a safer living environment and innovative solutions for buildings, infrastructure, transport and the everyday environment of things and services. It also creates new opportunities for local companies that develop sustainable and therefore more competitive solutions.
Plans
Planning
On this page, you will find explanations of laws, guidelines, frequently asked questions and training information to learn more about spatial planning and get help with this. Spatial planning includes, for example, the state-directed designated and comprehensive plans and detailed spatial plans.
Planning
On this page, you will find explanations of laws, guidelines, frequently asked questions and training information to learn more about spatial planning and get help with this. Spatial planning includes, for example, the state-directed designated and comprehensive plans and detailed spatial plans.
Planning database
The planning database provides entrepreneurs with quick and easy access to information that supports business decisions in real estate and development.
Planning database
The planning database provides entrepreneurs with quick and easy access to information that supports business decisions in real estate and development.
National plans
The website of national plans provides access to information on spatial planning at the level of the state, including current and pending national plans that are relevant for the planning and implementation of strategic infrastructure and development projects.
National plans
The website of national plans provides access to information on spatial planning at the level of the state, including current and pending national plans that are relevant for the planning and implementation of strategic infrastructure and development projects.