The Regulation sets out the requirements for the research, use and protection of groundwater. The text of the Regulation is divided into nine Chapters, Additional, Transitional and Final Provisions and three Annexes. Chapter 1 deals with general requirements. Chapters 2 sets out the requirements for the research in the groundwater sector. Its four units deal with the modalities of conducting hydrogeological researches; the requirements to be met by investors and researchers and their control; th