About InfoMil

The Dutch knowledge centre InfoMil is the primary source of  information and best practices in maters of environmental  legislation and policy in The Netherlands. Since its foundation in 1995, InfoMil has provided up-to-date, unbiased and practical information to policymakers and to  those who implement and execute policy such as licensing  ofcers and inspectors. We operate as a central link between  policy development and policy administration.

Internationally, InfoMil uses its extensive knowledge of  European environmental policy to assist organisations and  countries in fnding their way around European  environmental legislation and policy. We aim to disseminate  our ample experience and documented knowledge to assist  others who wish to implement European environmental policy. Ultimately, the goal is to strengthen relations between The Netherlands and its partners both in and outside  Europe.

Documentation and dissemination of information

InfoMil is the place where information about environmental  legislation and policy is documented, analysed and disseminated.  Also for the exchange of information and knowledge between  policymakers of the ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment and environmental authorities and services at provincial, regional and local level.  

Practical support for the implementation of environmental and spatial policies

InfoMil operates as a central link between policy and practice. It is our goal to contribute pragmatically and efectively to ensure  the best possible implementation of policy. Ofentimes this is a complex process, because ever more policy areas impact the environment and people’s direct surroundings. Policy becomes increasingly integral in its approach, both at the national and  international level. Examples of these are the Dutch All-in-one Permit for Physical Aspects (General Provisions) and areas such as spatial planning and water safety.

Website, helpdesk, publications and meetings

Information from InfoMil is accessible via multiple channels:

• Website www.InfoMil.nl (Dutch), www.InfoMil.eu (English)
• Helpdesk 
• Newsleters and magazines 
• Conferences and seminars

Link between policy and practice

InfoMil participates in a multitude of consultative bodies and  workgroups. We engage in consistent and constructive discourse with policymakers and administrators. The experience we have acquired  about the challenges of implementation practice provides a  continuous source of input for policy development and evaluation  with the ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment.

Active network partnerships

InfoMil actively cooperates with partners in diferent networks. Knowledge partners such as the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) and the Dutch institute for  normalization and standards (NEN), as well as umbrella organizations such as the Association of Provincial Authorities (IPO) and the Association of Netherlands Municipalities (VNG).

InfoMil: International partner

InfoMil further leverages its knowledge by supporting the environmental policy in other countries. By participating in European networks like IMPEL (European Network for  Implementation and Enforcement of Environmental Law) and by carrying out bilateral projects InfoMil contributes to the  development and the implementation of European environmental  policy and legislation.