PEO Notification The Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO), in response to the challenges posed by the pandemic, had initially provided exemptions for high-pressure gas cylinder imports. These exemptions were granted with a validity period extending until June 30, 2022. However, as of that date, these special provisions are no longer applicable. Subsequent to the…
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) took a significant step on October 16, 2023, by notifying the draft Plastic Waste Management (Second Amendment) Rules, 2023. These proposed amendments aim to bring about changes in the existing Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016. One of the noteworthy changes can be found in rule 3,…
CPCB has issued a significant notification, introducing the Framework for the generation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Certificate Framework under the E-Waste (Management) Rules of 2022. This framework specifically targets key metals derived from the recycling of electronic waste (E-waste). Initiating Focus on Specific Metals The key metals are divided into three distinct groups: Precious…
MoEFCC released the Ecomark Certification Rules, 2023, with the primary objective of promoting eco-friendly products and assessing their environmental impact across various facets. These aspects include resource consumption, climate change effects, impacts on nature and biodiversity, energy usage, waste generation, emissions into the environment, physical pollution effects, and the management of hazardous substances. Key features…
Central Government issued the Green Credit Rules, 2023, through an official notification. The primary aim of this program is to foster environmental conservation and sustainability using market-driven mechanisms. This initiative represents an innovative approach, harnessing a competitive market system to incentivize and promote environmentally responsible actions among a diverse array of stakeholders. Key Elements: Tradable…
The Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016, updated as of June 2023, offer businesses and industries engaged in electronic waste (e-waste) disposal a critical resource in accordance with the guidelines established by the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB). This list of authorized e-waste dismantlers holds a pivotal role. These regulations mandate…
The list of authorized Drum recyclers under the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016, updated as of June 2023, is a critical resource for businesses and industries engaged in the disposal of metal waste in accordance with the regulations set forth by the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB). Importance of Registered…
The list of authorized metal recycler under the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016, updated as of June 2023, is a critical resource for businesses and industries engaged in the disposal of metal waste in accordance with the regulations set forth by the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB). Importance of Registered…
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…
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 list is updated in Jun 2023. Regulatory Compliance Under Environment Protection Rules According to Environment Protection Rules, entities must dispose of lead acid scrap with consent…