Report environmental crime | NatureCare

This service forwards your report to the responsible supervisory authority.

When should you report?

You can report when you suspect that someone is breaking environmental legislation, for example:

Illegal discharges to land, water or air
Unauthorised logging or land preparation
Littering on a larger scale
Damage to protected species or natural environments

Emergency? In an acute emergency with danger to people, animals or severe environmental damage – always call 112. The form below is intended for non-urgent cases.

Form for reporting environmental crime

Fill in the information as accurately as you can. You may choose to remain anonymous, but if you provide contact details the authority can get back to you if needed.

1. Type of incident

Choose the option that fits best.

Suspected discharge (land, water, air)
Illegal logging / forestry measure
Littering / dumping of waste
Damage to animals, plants or protected species
Other environmental issue (describe in text)

2. Location

Where did the incident occur?

Location description (e.g. address, nearby road, landmarks):

Municipality:

Coordinates (if known):

3. When did it happen?

Date:

Time (approximate):

4. Describe what has happened

Description (what you saw, heard or observed):

The incident is still ongoing

I assess that there is a risk to people or animals

5. Photos or documentation (optional)

Attach photos or documents (if possible):

6. Your details (optional)

Name:

Phone:

Email address:

I wish to remain anonymous in contacts with the operator

I certify that the information I provide is as accurate as possible.

What happens after you submit?

Your report is registered by the responsible supervisory authority. In some cases you may be contacted for additional information. All reports are assessed, but you may not always receive individual feedback.

Emergency situations

In acute situations with danger to life, health or severe environmental damage you must always call 112. For other urgent but not acute cases, you can contact your local fire and rescue service or municipality.