Environmental crime is on the rise. Annual rates of growth are between 5% and 7% globally[1]. This is a complex issue to tackle as it is often perpetrated by criminal organisations operating across borders. It also spans a broad range of activities, such as illegal waste management and shipment, illegal logging and trade in timber,

Organized environmental crime represents a critical challenge on a global scale, characterized by its multifaceted nature, ties to other forms of criminality, and the increasingly sophisticated methods employed by perpetrators. In response, law enforcement agencies are turning to cutting-edge technologies as essential instruments in their arsenal to combat these crimes effectively. While these technological advances

In our rapidly advancing world, the environmental challenges we face are becoming more complex, with illegal waste disposal emerging as a major threat. The improper disposal of waste not only poses risks to human health but also wreaks havoc on our ecosystems [1]. Fortunately, advanced technologies have paved the way for innovative solutions, particularly in

In recent decades, environmental crime has surged, posing threats to various environmental objectives [1]. Environmental damage is not always immediately visible. While some forms, like oil slicks, are evident, others, such as air pollution, remain concealed. The illicit trade of chemicals, particularly in the refrigeration sector, has contributed significantly to this rise, constituting 7.8% of

Waste management is a critical issue from an environmental, social and economic point of view. Global studies predict that by 2025, the cost of solid waste management will reach $375.5 billion annually [1]. Since the 1980s there has been a significant increase in waste disposal costs and consequently a greater incidence of illegal practices managed

PERIVALLON project representative from ETRA participates in the panel of experts on Evolving Interoperability Challenges at the MEDEA project event On the 28-29 of September 2023, a PERIVALLON project representative from ETRA took part in the conference organised by the MEDEA project in Madrid, titled “EU Borders Security: Acting Ahead across Research, Practice, and Policy”.