Introduction: On June 19, 2024, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change issued a significant amendment to the notification initially published on June 16, 2021, under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. Consequently, this amendment, listed under S.O. 2409(E), introduces several critical changes aimed at improving the operations and recognition of Environmental Laboratory Standards. Key…
Introduction: Gujarat’s effective waste management system is crucial, particularly due to its leadership in India’s industrial sector. As industrial activity grows, there’s a responsibility to handle hazardous waste carefully. The Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) has implemented significant measures under the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016 to ensure safe and…
Introduction: In May 2024, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) introduced significant updates to the EPR Portal for Battery Waste Management, addressing requests from producers and recyclers. These updates aim to improve data accuracy and user management. Edit Sales Data Functionality Producers can now correct sales data submitted during registration. This feature is crucial for…
Introduction: The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change introduced the Battery Waste Management Rules 2022, emphasizing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for battery producers. These rules mandate producers to oversee the lifecycle of batteries, ensuring they recycle or refurbish them properly. EPR Credits: Battery producers are now responsible for the end-of-life management of batteries, incentivizing…
Introduction: The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change issued an Office Memorandum (OM) on May 17, 2024, providing important clarifications regarding using domestically recycled materials in battery producers and labeling requirements under the Regulations for Battery Producers per the Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022. This notification aims to ensure compliance with the EPR labelling…
Introduction: In today’s world, where environmental concerns are at the forefront of global discussions, efficient waste management has become imperative. Gujarat, a hub of industrial activity, recognizes the importance of responsible waste disposal and recycling. As part of its commitment to sustainability, the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) regularly updates and authorizes a list of…
Latest legal updates: Actual users of hazardous wastes authorized by GPCB Guidelines for stone crushing units CPCB seeking comments on classification of industries into red, orange, green & white categoriesGPCB published the updated list of recyclers for used oil and waste oil in June 2023. Under the Environment Protection Rules, disposing of hazardous waste…
Latest legal updates: Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas Rules, 2023 Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2023 CPCB released guidelines for utilization of treated effluent in irrigation The state wise list of Ewaste Recyclers India May 2023 has been updated by Central Pollution Control Board (as on 03.05.2023). You may download…
Latest legal updates: Want to apply for CTE & CCA without any error? Here is the solution! Ewaste Recyclers India Jan 2023 If you are Plastic Waste Processor, this requirement you have to fulfill! Authorized Waste/Used Oil Recyclers Gujarat Dec 2022 has been updated by Gujarat Pollution Control Board (as on 31.12.2022). You…
Latest legal updates: If you are Plastic Waste Processor, this requirement you have to fulfill! Ewaste recyclers Dec 2022 How can I comment on MOEFCC paper? The state wise list of Ewaste Recyclers India Jan 2023 has been updated by Central Pollution Control Board (as on 31.01.2023). You may download the list from…