ADMINISTRATIVE LIABILITY FOR ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE IN BRAZIL: REPARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL HARM UNDER DECREE NO. 6,514/2008

Abstract

The administrative liability of companies for environmental damage in Brazil has gained increasing prominence due to the growing socio-environmental impacts caused by economic activities. This article aims to analyze the mechanisms established by Decree No. 6,514/2008 regarding the accountability and remediation of environmental damage caused by corporations. The research adopts a bibliographical and documentary methodology, examining environmental legislation, legal doctrine, and relevant case law concerning the application of administrative sanctions provided by the decree. It seeks to understand the administrative procedures for investigating environmental infractions, the corresponding penalties, and the forms of environmental reparation established, as well as to identify the main challenges faced by regulatory authorities in enforcing these reparatory measures. The expected results include demonstrating the relevance of administrative liability as an instrument of environmental protection and assessing the effectiveness of Decree No. 6,514/2008 in holding companies accountable. Furthermore, the study contributes to the improvement of environmental public policies by emphasizing the need for greater rigor and efficiency in the application of sanctions, aiming to promote sustainability and prevent future environmental damage.