The Netherlands Environmental Data Compendium (EDC): Key Factors for Successful Communication of Environmental Information

Abstract

The Environmental Data Compendium presents a vast resource of environmental indicators for the Netherlands. A combination of factors has been responsible for the Compendium’s success. These factors are co-operation of experts, independence, complete coverage, a well-defined goal and clear messages, steady supply of good quality data, a state-of-the-art website and good publicity. EDC is well prepared to comply with the Protocol on Pollutant Release and Transfer Registers (Aarhusregulations).