NAVIGATING LEGAL CHALLENGES FOR SUSTAINABLE INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS AND POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS
AUTHOR – ADISHREE SAKHARE, STUDENT AT MAHARASHTRA NATIONAL LAW UNIVERSITY AURANGABAD
BEST CITATION – ADISHREE SAKHARE, NAVIGATING LEGAL CHALLENGES FOR SUSTAINABLE INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS AND POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS, ILE LAW REPORTER (ILE LRE), 1 (1) of 2023, Pg. 33-54, APIS – 3920 – 0043 | ISBN – 978-81-964391-3-2.
Abstract
This research paper explores the legal issues surrounding sustainable infrastructure development and provides an overview of the key challenges in this domain. The paper emphasizes the importance of proactive legal planning and effective regulatory frameworks in promoting sustainable infrastructure. The study investigates various aspects, including environmental impact assessments, regulatory compliance, land acquisition and indigenous rights, permitting processes, and regulatory frameworks. It analyses the role of each element in sustainable infrastructure development and identifies the associated challenges.
Additionally, the paper examines successful regulatory approaches through case studies, drawing insights from countries or regions with effective frameworks. It highlights key elements contributing to their success and provides valuable lessons learned and transferable best practices. Furthermore, the paper discusses strategies to overcome regulatory challenges, such as enhancing interagency coordination, strengthening enforcement mechanisms, integrating sustainability considerations into infrastructure planning, promoting innovation, and fostering public-private partnerships. Lastly, the paper offers recommendations and policy guidelines for stakeholders, policymakers, and regulators, including strengthening legal and institutional frameworks, promoting capacity building and knowledge sharing, encouraging sustainable financing mechanisms, and establishing monitoring and evaluation frameworks. By considering these recommendations and suggestions, stakeholders can contribute to the development of robust legal frameworks and effective regulatory systems for sustainable infrastructure development.
Keywords: legal issues, legal planning, framework, sustainable infrastructure, environmental impact assessments, regulatory compliance, land acquisition and indigenous rights.