Extension of Timeline for Filing Used Oil EPR Returns for FY 2024-25 Introduction The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has officially extended the filing deadline for the Used Oil EPR Returns under the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Second Amendment Rules, 2023. The new deadline now stands extended till 31st…
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,…
Urgent Compliance Alert: EPR Registration for Plastic Raw Material Stakeholders Introduction: Plastic EPR Registration India The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has taken another firm step towards plastic waste regulation. On March 14, 2024, it amended the Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Rules, 2016, placing new responsibilities on manufacturers, importers, micro & small…
New Environmental Regulations for the Caustic Soda Industry: 2025 Updates Introduction The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has recently issued new amendments to the Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986. These significant changes, which will take effect from 2025, introduce stricter caustic soda environmental regulations aimed at reducing wastewater pollution, regulating harmful emissions, and…
Amendments to Environmental Clearance Exemptions for Linear Projects – 2025 Introduction In a major move towards enhancing environmental safeguards, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) introduced Environmental Clearance Exemption Amendments for linear projects through a notification issued on March 17, 2025. These changes address concerns raised by the Supreme Court of India…
Water Pollution (Grant, Refusal, or Cancellation of Consent) Guidelines, 2025 Introduction Water pollution is a pressing environmental concern, and regulatory authorities are taking stringent measures to control it. The Water Pollution Consent Guidelines 2025 outline the process for granting, refusing, or canceling consent for industries discharging wastewater. These guidelines ensure industries comply with pollution control…
Understanding the New Guidelines for Extended Producer Responsibility and Electronic Trading Platforms Introduction As sustainability becomes a cornerstone of global policies, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) continues to drive change in waste management. Recently, detailed guidelines for the functioning of Extended Producer Responsibility and Electronic Trading & Settlement Platform (EPRETP) were issued. These guidelines aim to…
Ensuring Compliance with NGT Order: Key Documents Required for Issuing CTE/CTO Introduction Following the recent directives from the National Green Tribunal (NGT), the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) now mandates that industries handling hazardous chemicals submit NGT compliance safety documents. These essential documents are required when issuing or renewing the Consent to Establish (CTE) and…
Understanding the Plastic Waste Management Rules Introduction The increase in plastic consumption has led to an alarming rise in environmental pollution. To combat this, the Indian government introduced the Plastic Waste EPR Regulations in 2016, aiming to address the growing plastic waste problem by outlining clear regulations and responsibilities for individuals, organizations, and authorities. Key…
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,…
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