Greenhouse Gas Emission Intensity Target Rules, 2025: India’s Step Toward Sustainable Industrial Growth Introduction The Greenhouse Gases Emission Intensity Target Rules, 2025 mark a major milestone in India’s journey toward sustainable industrialization. Announced by the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC), these rules establish clear emission intensity targets for industries under the Energy…
Extension of Timeline for Filing Annual Returns for Financial Year 2024-25 under Plastic Waste Introduction The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has officially extended the Extension of Timeline for Filing Annual Returns under the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 for the financial year 2024-25. This update provides much-needed relief to registered Producers,…
Comprehensive Overview of the Boiler Attendants’ Rules, 2025: Eligibility, Certification & Examination Framework Introduction The Boiler Attendants’ Rules, 2025, notified by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry on 29 September 2025, modernizes India’s boiler operation framework under the Boiler Act, 2025. These rules establish clear guidelines on eligibility, certification, training, and responsibilities of boiler attendants…
Factories (Gujarat Amendment) Ordinance, 2025: Key Highlights and Implications Introduction The Factories (Gujarat Amendment) Ordinance, 2025 was promulgated by the Governor of Gujarat on July 1, 2025, to amend provisions of the Factories Act, 1948, as applicable in Gujarat. This amendment responds to extraordinary national circumstances and aims to boost industrial growth, attract investment, and…
Boiler Accident Inquiry Rules, 2025: Key Provisions and Compliance Insights Introduction The Boiler Accident Inquiry Rules, 2025 were notified by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry on September 10, 2025, under the Boilers Act, 2025. These rules replace the 2021 framework and aim to strengthen the inquiry process for boiler-related accidents across India. Since boilers…
Guidelines for Silica Sand Mining and Washing Plants: CPCB’s New Framework Introduction The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has issued Guidelines for Silica Sand Mining and Washing Plants following an order of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) dated 29 November 2024. These guidelines aim to regulate…
Environment (Protection) Seventh Amendment Rules, 2025: Key Highlights for the Pulp and Paper Industry Introduction The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has notified the Environment (Protection) Seventh Amendment Rules, 2025 under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. These rules bring significant updates to pollution control standards, especially for the pulp and paper industry. With…
Guidelines on MSW Incineration-Based Waste-to-Energy Plants Introduction The Guidelines on MSW Incineration-Based Waste-to-Energy Plants released by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in August 2025 provide a comprehensive roadmap for developing, operating, and regulating waste-to-energy (WtE) facilities in India. With urban India generating over 170,000 tonnes of MSW daily, landfills face critical pressure. Incineration-based WtE…
Environment Audit Rules 2025: A Complete Overview Introduction The Environment Audit Rules, 2025 mark a significant step by the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) to strengthen compliance with environmental laws. Published in the Gazette of India on 29th August 2025, these rules aim to standardize audits, certify auditors, and ensure that industries,…
Guidelines for Marble Granite Slurry Utilization: A Sustainable Approach Introduction Marble and granite industries generate millions of tonnes of slurry annually, and unregulated dumping often leads to water, soil, and air pollution. To address these concerns, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has issued detailed guidelines for marble granite slurry utilization. These guidelines aim to…