Environmental Guidelines in Gujarat: Siting Criteria In celebration of World Environment Day 2022, the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) has outlined several significant environmental guidelines and decisions, including the industrial siting criteria in Gujarat, to enhance sustainable practices across the state. Moreover, these new criteria aim to reduce the environmental impact of industrial activities. Additionally,…
Plastic Waste Management : Offline Manifest Tracking System Introduction In a significant move towards sustainable waste management, the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) has introduced the Offline Manifest Tracking System for plastic waste. This initiative aligns with the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016, and aims to streamline the responsibilities of producers, importers, and brand owners…
Environmental Guideline for Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC) Plants in Gujarat Introduction The Environmental guideline for Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC) has undeniably revolutionized the construction industry, offering not only a convenient but also an efficient way to produce concrete. However, as RMC plants rapidly expand, particularly in urban areas, addressing the environmental impacts associated with their operations becomes…
Draft Guidelines for EPRETPPP Authorization and Functioning The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has updated the Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Rules to introduce an Electronic Trading and Settlement Platform for Plastic Packaging (EPRETPPP). The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) is tasked with creating guidelines for authorizing agencies to set up this platform,…
Understanding the Hazardous and Other Wastes Management and Transboundary Movement Second Amendment Rules, 2024 Introduction In a world increasingly facing environmental challenges, effective waste management is essential for sustainable development. Therefore, the Indian government has introduced the Draft Hazardous Waste Management Rules under the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Second Amendment Rules,…
Draft Remediation of Contaminated Sites Rules, 2024: A New Framework for Hazardous Site Management in India The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) issued a notification on August 21, 2024, introducing the draft “Remediation of Contaminated Sites Rules, 2024.” These rules aim to guide the cleanup and management of sites contaminated by hazardous…
Supreme Court’s Mandate on Construction in Eco-Sensitive Zones Introduction The Supreme Court of India has taken significant steps to protect the country’s fragile ecosystems, particularly concerning construction in Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZs). In its order dated June 3, 2022, the Court issued a directive that prohibits the construction of any new permanent structures within ESZs. This…
Introduction The Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) is a significant step by the Indian government to combat climate change and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Launched in 2023 under the Energy Conservation Act of 2001, the Carbon Credit Scheme India aims to establish a national framework for carbon trading, which incentivizes emission reductions through a…
Introduction The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has issued new directives for sewage treatment plants (STPs) in India, reflecting compliance with the Hon’ble National Green Tribunal’s (NGT) order dated April 30, 2019. These new standards for sewage treatment are set to standardize effluent quality and promote the recycling and reuse of treated wastewater…
Introduction The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) extended the deadline for filing quarterly and annual returns under the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Amendment Rules, 2022, specifically for Waste Tyre Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), responding to industry requests. The new deadline for the Financial Year (FY) 2023-24 is now 31st August 2024,…