Overview of used forming techniques and procedures and their analysis from the viewpoint of environmental strain. Possibilities environment protection in forming processes. Care for working environment, water, soil and atmosphere. Protection against impacts of noise, vibrations, radiation and radiant heat. Environmentally friendly forming technologies and conditions for their implementation. Reduction of energy intensity of forming. Utilisation of finish forming temperature for subsequent heat treatment. Origination, utilisation and treatment of waste. Overview of legislative acts and directives concerning environmental protection in forging shops, rolling mills, drawing mills and pressing shops.