OBJECTIVE CIVIL LIABILITY AS A PROTECTION INSTRUMENT IN BRAZILIAN ENVIRONMENTAL LAW

Abstract

The main objective of this article is to address environmental damage and environmental civil liability in the Brazilian legal context. First, the concept of environmental damage and its classifications, as provided for in Brazilian law, are explored. Next, the article discusses environmental civil liability, with an emphasis on the application of objective liability, which allows for the repair of damage without the need to prove fault. Finally, the study analyzes the quantification and qualification of environmental damage, highlighting the criteria used by courts to assess the extent of damage and determine compensation, taking into account both economic and ecological and social impacts. The article aims to contribute to the understanding of legal standards related to environmental protection and the promotion of more effective environmental justice.