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Chris Backes is a Professor of Environmental Law at Utrecht University and is affiliated with the Utrecht Centre for Water, Oceans and Sustainability Law. His work primarily focuses on international and European environmental law, with particular attention to waste management, air quality, and nature conservation law. Backes emphasizes the importance of circular economy legislation and conducts comparative law research aimed at promoting sustainable practices in the use of living environments. His notable research addresses extended producer responsibility, seeking to reduce waste and enhance product circularity. Additionally, he has contributed to critical discussions surrounding nitrogen emissions and their regulation, collaborating with other experts to advise governmental policy on improving environmental outcomes. Backes's research interests encapsulate European and national comparative environmental law, circular economy regulatory frameworks, and sustainable performance requirements for buildings.
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