Improving state instruments of regulation in the field of environmental protection and ensuring ecological safety

in the context of increasing environmental challenges and the deterioration of the state of the environment, the improvement of governmental regulatory instruments becomes an urgent task. The aim of the study is to develop and evaluate measures to enhance the effectiveness of legislative, regulatory, and managerial mechanisms aimed at protecting the environment and ensuring environmental safety. Methodology. The study employed methods of comparative analysis, a systems approach, and modeling, which allowed for the identification of the strengths and weaknesses of the existing regulatory instruments. The experience of both foreign and domestic practices was evaluated, legislative initiatives and regulatory documents were analyzed, and statistical data on the environmental situation were examined. Results. The results obtained indicate the necessity of integrating environmental policy into the overall system of state management with the incorporation of multidisciplinary approaches. The study revealed that in order to enhance regulatory effectiveness it is necessary not only to improve the normative legal framework but also to actively employ market and economic instruments that encourage environmentally responsible behavior by enterprises and the public. It is noted that the transition to the principle of sustainable development and the formation of mechanisms for public oversight are key factors in achieving the set goals. Discussion. The data obtained confirm that a comprehensive approach to improving governmental regulatory instruments ensures synergy between various sectors of the economy and increases the adaptability of environmental policy in the context of dynamic socio-economic changes. The authors discuss the need to strengthen interaction between central and regional authorities, as well as the importance of involving experts and civil society in the process of formulating and implementing environmental strategies. Conclusion. In conclusion, it is emphasized that enhancing governmental regulatory instruments in the field of environmental protection is an integral part of the country’s strategy to ensure environmental safety. The proposed measures and recommendations can be used to develop new legislative initiatives aimed at creating favorable conditions for sustainable development and improving the quality of life for citizens. Further research in this direction will allow for a more precise assessment of the effectiveness of the proposed instruments and their long-term impact on the environmental situation.

improvement, governmental instruments, regulation, environmental protection, environmental safety