To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. Do you want to compare other jurisdictions?... Click here 1 Legal framework 1.1 Which legislative and regulatory provisions govern environment and climate regulation in your jurisdiction? The cornerstone of environmental policy in Germany is set forth in the Basic Law of the Federal Republic of Germany. According to Article 2, paragraph 2 of the Basic Law, the state must protect life and health.