Legal, policy and institutional framework

The country’s environmental sector underwent a profound reorganization in 2011, which was then reversed in 2013. This reorganization was the origin of a massive washout of capacity at all levels of environmental governance. Institutional instability compounded with the Government’s focus on maximum deregulation affected the pace of planned environmental policy reforms and hindered implementation. The parliamentary elections of 2012 resulted in some refocusing on environmental goals and the launching of some reforms. Simultaneously, public administration has been evolving towards deconcentration of power – both vertically and horizontally. In this very dynamic context, understanding the role and interests of various actors is of capital importance for ensuring the success of reforms in the environmental sector.

Related Subject(s): Environment and Climate Change

Countries: Georgia