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Case C-594/18 P (Austria v European Commission) led to a landmark ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) that explores the complex balance between EU state aid rules, environmental principles, and competitiveness of the renewable energy sector.

This case note dives into the legal and factual background and offers a focused analysis of state aid law—particularly as it applies to ⚛️ nuclear energy projects like Hinkley Point C.

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A persistent tension exists between environmental protection and human activities - and the question of whether the exploitation or the conservation of natural areas should be prioritized has long been debated. As litigation before national courts increases as a form of enforcement, the EU has seen a trend of hardening protections. This case note explores the Joined Cases C-473/19 and C-474/19 Föreningen Skydda Skogen and Others v Länsstyrelsen i Västra Götalands län and Others, a notable example of the reinforcement of the Birds Directive and the Habitats Directive.

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This case note explores C-723/17, a landmark case brought before the European Court of Justice concerning the Directive on Ambient Air Quality and Cleaner Air for Europe. Through for the clarification of certain provisions, the decision of Craeynest offered citizens new tools to hold authorities accountable before national courts, ultimately strengthening the right to clean air.

Now available in the Nova Green Lab website!