Environment Protection Rules, 2025: Key Amendments Introduction The Government of India has introduced the Environment (Protection) Amendment Rules, 2025, updating certain provisions in the Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986. These changes are designed to ensure better environmental regulation and management. The amendments focus on strengthening compliance measures, enhancing monitoring mechanisms, and incorporating new environmental standards. By…
Revised Classification of Industries: A Tool for Progressive Environmental Management Introduction The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has introduced a revised methodology for categorizing industries based on their pollution potential. This new framework, termed the revised industry classification CPCB, emphasizes better environmental performance, supporting sustainable practices across sectors. By refining the Pollution Index (PI) scoring…
Extended Deadlines: Filing Returns under Hazardous Waste Management Rules Introduction The Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management & Transboundary Movement) Amendment Rules, 2022, introduced significant compliance requirements for entities managing hazardous waste. To ease the transition, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has extended the hazardous waste filing extension deadlines for quarterly and annual returns for…
Extension of Timeline for Filing Annual Returns under Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022 Introduction In a significant move, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has announced the Battery Waste Annual Return Extension, providing stakeholders more time to comply with the Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022. This extension, announced on July 10, 2024,…
Understanding the E-Waste (Management) Second Amendment Rules, 2024 Introduction In a significant move towards enhancing environmental protection, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has introduced the E-Waste (Management) Second Amendment Rules, 2024. As a result, this amendment aims to streamline the management of electronic waste in India, thus reflecting the government’s commitment to…
Navigating the Plastic Waste Management Rules in India India has significantly intensified its efforts to combat plastic pollution in recent years through more stringent regulations. Notably, the Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Rules, 2016, have undergone amendments to enhance compliance and promote sustainable practices. Consequently, this blog explores the key aspects of these updated regulations, highlighting…
Understanding the Draft Liquid Waste Management Rules 2024 Introduction The Draft Liquid Waste Management Rules 2024 are set to transform how India handles wastewater and sludge, while ensuring sustainable and environmentally sound practices. In particular, these rules are aimed at addressing key challenges in managing liquid waste. Furthermore, they seek to streamline the collection, treatment,…
CPCB Guidelines for Recycling Plastic Waste on Coastal Beaches Introduction The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has introduced comprehensive guidelines aimed at significantly enhancing recycling efforts for abandoned fishing gear and plastic waste in coastal areas. Moreover, this initiative is crucial for addressing the increasingly pressing environmental concerns related to marine litter, especially in India,…
Simplifying Producer Registration for Used Oil Management Introduction In line with the recent amendments to the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2023, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has introduced a more efficient and streamlined process for producer registration on the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Portal for used oil management. This…
Charter 3.0: Water Recycling and Pollution Prevention in Pulp and Paper Industries Introduction The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has introduced the Charter 3.0 for water recycling in paper & pulp industry and pollution prevention in pulp and paper industries located in the main stem states of the Ganga and Yamuna rivers. This initiative aims…
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