Introduction The management of used oil is a critical aspect of hazardous waste handling, as improper disposal can cause significant environmental harm. To address this, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has established Used Oil Management Guidelines under the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework. These guidelines, effective from April 1, 2024, provide a structured approach…
Efficient Utilization of Hazardous Waste: A Sustainable Approach Introduction The management of hazardous waste has become a pressing concern globally. With stringent environmental regulations and increasing industrialization, innovative approaches to waste utilization are critical. The Central Pollution Control Board’s Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for utilizing spent mono/di/tri sodium phosphate (SP) solution from pharmaceutical production demonstrates…
Sustainable End-of-Life Vehicle Management: A New Era in India Introduction The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has issued groundbreaking End-of-Life Vehicle Rules for managing End-of-Life Vehicles (ELVs). Effective April 1, 2025, these rules aim to address the lifecycle of vehicles responsibly, ensuring minimal environmental impact and promoting sustainability. By enforcing the End-of-Life Vehicle…
Understanding the New Guidelines for Extended Producer Responsibility and Electronic Trading Platforms Introduction As sustainability becomes a cornerstone of global policies, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) continues to drive change in waste management. Recently, detailed guidelines for the functioning of Extended Producer Responsibility and Electronic Trading & Settlement Platform (EPRETP) were issued. These guidelines aim to…
A Landmark Decision: Electrical Detonators to Be Banned Nationwide from April 2025 Introduction In a groundbreaking move to enhance safety and security, the government has announced a nationwide ban on the use of electrical detonators effective April 2025. This decisive step aims to mitigate the risks associated with accidental ignitions and unauthorized use in industries…
Enhancing Public Safety and Environmental Accountability Introduction In a significant move, the Government of India has amended the Public Liability Insurance Rules, 1991, through the Public Liability Insurance (Amendment) Rules, 2024. Published on December 17, 2024, this amendment addresses crucial aspects of public safety, environmental protection, and industrial accountability. By refining the legal framework, the…
Enhancing Environmental Accountability: The 2024 Amendments to the Environment Relief Fund Scheme Introduction The Environment Relief Fund (ERF) Scheme, established in 2008, plays a pivotal role in addressing environmental damage caused by hazardous activities. With the recent Environment Relief Fund Amendment 2024, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has introduced significant updates to…
Amendments to Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022: A Step Towards Sustainable Waste Management Introduction The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has recently issued amendments to the Battery Waste Amendment Rules 2022. Published on December 3, 2024, these changes align with the Jan Vishwas Act, 2023, which focuses on decriminalizing offenses under the…
Optimizing Hazardous Waste Utilization: A Look into Spent HCl Management Introduction The sustainable management of hazardous waste is a cornerstone of modern environmental regulations. Specifically, among such practices is the utilization of Spent Hydrochloric Acid (HCl), a by-product of chlorination processes, in the pickling operations of ferrous materials. Moreover, this process, governed by the Hazardous…
Extension of Timeline for Filing Annual Returns under Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022 Introduction In a significant move, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has announced the Battery Waste Annual Return Extension, providing stakeholders more time to comply with the Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022. This extension, announced on July 10, 2024,…