Business and environmental legislation

Introduction to NetRegs

NetRegs is the primary trusted source of guidance on environmental legislation for businesses in the UK. It provides free, clear guidance for different business types on how to comply with environmental legislation.

You can:

  • receive regular updates on environmental legislation by signing up for free email alerts
  • use the online questionnaire to assess your environmental compliance
  • find your nearest authorised waste contractor or recycling facility by using the online Waste Directory.

NetRegs is a partnership between the Environment Agency in England and Wales, the Scottish Environment Protection Agency and the Environment and Heritage Service in Northern Ireland.

Using NetRegs will help you protect your business reputation, save money and avoid prosecution.

Web links

NetRegs - home page

NetRegs - waste directory

NetRegs - sign up for E-alerts

Assess your environmental compliance