Working Party on the Environment

Role

The Working Party on the Environment is responsible for examining proposals, policy initiatives and other measures concerning the protection of the environment and the sustainable management of natural resources. Its work covers legislative files and implementation issues in areas such as climate policy, biodiversity, pollution prevention and control, waste management and the circular economy.

The working party supports the Council's decision-making process by preparing discussions, coordinating member states' positions and contributing to the development and effective implementation of the EU environmental framework.

The working party reports to the Environment Council.

Composition and meetings

The Working Party on the Environment is composed of national experts from EU member states. It meets regularly, depending on the legislative and policy agenda.