Draft Treaty establishing the European Union

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Part Four THE POLICIES OF THE UNION

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Article 59 Environmental policy

Article 59 Environmental policy

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In the field of the environment, the Union shall aim at preventing or, taking account as far as possible of the 'polluter pays' principle, at redressing any damage which is beyond the capabilities of the individual Member States or which requires a collective solution. It shall encourage a policy of the rational utilization of natural resources, of exploiting renewable raw materials and of recycling waste which takes account of environmental protection requirements.

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The Union shall take measures designed to provide for animal protection.

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