Section One, Chapter 2, Article 42:
“Everyone shall have the right to a favorable environment…”
“… [and] reliable information on the state of the environment and compensation for damage caused to his (her) health and property by violations of environmental laws.”
Section One, Chapter 1, Article 9:
“Land and other natural resources shall be utilized and protected in the Russian Federation as the basis of life and activity of the people living in corresponding territories.”