Introduction The list of authorized users of spent solvent for recycling under the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016, as updated in June 2023, is a crucial reference point for businesses and industries dealing with hazardous waste disposal in India. These rules, formulated to safeguard the environment and human health, necessitate…
The list of actual users of lead acid battery & scrap authorized by GPCB under Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016 is given below. This comprehensive list, updated in June 2023, provides essential information for stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and safe waste management practices. Regulatory Compliance Under Environment…
MoRTH’s Role in India’s Road Infrastructure The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) plays a pivotal role in shaping and enhancing India’s extensive road infrastructure network. On September 26, 2023, MoRTH issued a noteworthy notification that holds significance for both infrastructure development and environmental sustainability. This notification pertains to the usage of FlyAsh in…
Introduction MoEFCC recently issued a significant notification that introduces the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Amendment Rules, 2023. This latest amendment represents a progressive step towards enhancing the existing framework of waste management in India, particularly in the context of Extended Producer Responsibility (ERP) for Used Oil. The key highlights of this…
Introduction Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) unveiled a significant initiative concerning E-Waste Regulation Compliance pertaining to generate EPR certificate. This initiative directly relates to Producers and Recyclers, operating within the framework of the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022. Role of Producers and Recyclers under E-Waste (Management) Rules Within these regulations, Recyclers are mandated to engage in…
Introduction MoEFCC introduced a groundbreaking change by amending the Green Revolution Environmental Policy 2.0, which was originally dated September 14, 2006. Moreover, these extensive amendments comprehensively address a wide range of activities, encompassing new projects, expansions of existing projects, and modernization efforts. After all of these actions are carried out with a primary focus on…
Introduction The Commission for Air Quality Management took a significant step on June 28, 2023, by releasing a crucial notification that addressed the regulations pertaining to the use of DG Set Regulations in NCR. The notification aimed to address the pressing issue of air quality and pollution, a concern that has been on the rise…
Introduction The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has recently enacted the standardization of the semiconductor industrial sector classification into Red, Orange, Green, and White Categories. This move is part of a broader effort to streamline environmental regulations and ensure better monitoring of pollution levels across various industrial activities. In addition to the semiconductor industry, the…
Introduction The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) issued a notification concerning the revisions to the Hazardous Waste Regulations, referred to as ‘Managing Waste Tires and EPR Credits in Hazardous Waste Regulations.’ The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has introduced modifications to these rules to incorporate provisions in Hazardous Waste Regulations.’ CPCB has…
The “Green-Channel” system expedites consent renewals by categorizing units as “Compliant” or “Non-Compliant” based on site compliance. Non-compliant units are excluded, with eligibility limited to those with a clean compliance history. Renewals focus on existing capacity and pollution sources, and approvals are granted within 7 days by Group-Incharge/Regional Officers without higher-level approval. The GIC and…