The indicator measures to which extent the states provide a framework for prompt, adequate and effective remedies in cases relating to the environment, such as interim and final injunctive relief.

This indicator is an arithmetic average of expert answers to questions on a scale from 0 (worst) to 3 (best): (21.1) To what extent does the law require adequate and effective remedies in cases relating to the environment?; (21.2) To what extent does the law require remedies in cases relating to the environment to be provided promptly?; (21.3) To what extent is interim and/or final injunctive relief available under the law?; (21.4) To what extent is compensation available as a remedy under the law?; (21.5) To what extent is restitution available as a remedy under the law?; (21.6) To what extent is restoration of the environment available as a remedy under the law?; (P21.1) In the last 5 years, have there been injunctions/stay orders/interdicts issued by a court, tribunal or other judicial body in environmental or natural resource cases?