GPCB Introduces GPCB CCA Extension Fee System The GPCB CCA Extension Fee system has been introduced by the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) to simplify the existing Consolidated Consent and Authorization (CCA) renewal process. With this new office order, industries…
EIA Amendment Clarification 2026: Prospective Applicability Explained The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has issued an important clarification through EIA Amendment Clarification 2026 regarding the amendment to the EIA Notification, 2006. Specifically, the clarification confirms that the…
India-Japan Carbon Mechanism: Understanding the New Implementation Rules The India Japan Carbon Mechanism introduces a structured framework for implementing greenhouse gas mitigation projects between India and Japan. The newly issued Rules of Implementation establish how both countries will collaborate to…
EIA Notification Amendment 2026: Key Changes Explained The EIA Notification Amendment 2026 introduces significant changes to the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification, 2006. The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has amended the notification to ensure uninterrupted environmental…
Waste Battery Recycling Guidelines: A Complete Compliance Guide The Waste Battery Recycling Guidelines issued by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) provide a structured framework for the environmentally sound recycling of lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries. These guidelines support the Battery…
Waste Battery Handling Guidelines: Key Compliance Requirements The Waste Battery Handling Guidelines help organizations manage waste batteries safely while meeting environmental compliance requirements. These guidelines support the Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022 by promoting proper collection, handling, storage, and transportation…
PESO Gas Cylinder Barcode Mandate: What Industry Must Know The PESO Gas Cylinder Barcode Mandate introduces an important compliance requirement for gas cylinder manufacturers and importers across India. Recently, the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO) instructed stakeholders to submit…
GST Linked E Waste Invoices: CPCB Issues New Compliance Direction The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has introduced an important compliance requirement for registered e-waste recyclers through GST Linked E Waste Invoices. Specifically, the latest direction aims to improve transparency,…
GPCB Simplifies Closure Order Revocation Process Through XGN 2.0 Portal The Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) has introduced a major improvement in the Closure Order Revocation Process by simplifying the online application procedure through the XGN 2.0 Portal. Previously, industries…
MoEF Revises White Category Industry List The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has issued a significant White Category Industries Update through Notification G.S.R. 598(E), dated 8 July 2026. Accordingly, this amendment replaces the existing schedule notified in…
GPCB Strengthens Hazardous Waste Inspection Compliance The Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) has introduced a new circular to strengthen Hazardous Waste Inspection Compliance for recyclers and actual users authorized under the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules,…
GPCB Online Public Hearing Through XGN 2.0 Portal Digital Public Hearing Process Introduced by GPCB GPCB Online Public Hearing marks a significant step toward digital governance in environmental compliance. Recently, the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) introduced an online module…