About the EEB

mission statement

our Vision

Prosperity and Peace is secured for all, which depends on a rich, clean and healthy environment. Responsible societies respect the carrying capacity of the planet and preserve it for future generations, including its rich biodiversity. Effective environmental policies and sustainable development have priority over short-term objectives that only serve the current generation or certain sections of society.

Our values

The EEB stands for sustainable development, environmental justice, global equity, transparency, participatory democracy and shared responsibilities. It promotes the principles of prevention, precaution and liability for producers of pollution.

Our mission

The EEB is the environmental voice of its members and European citizens, focusing on influencing EU policymaking  and assessment of legislation. It aims to combine knowledge with represention to actively involve its members and to build effective coalitions.