Introduction: The Plastic Packaging Industry is witnessing a transformative shift towards heightened accountability through Producer Responsibility initiatives. The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEFCC), Government of India, has introduced stringent guidelines on the Extended Plastic Packaging Industry’s Producer Responsibility. These guidelines emphasize the proactive role of Producers, Importers & Brand-Owners (PIBOs), and Plastic…
Introduction: In recent discussions surrounding groundwater abstraction, the issue of relaxing charges has taken center stage, prompting a critical reevaluation by the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA). The imposition of hefty Environmental Compensation (EC) charges, particularly on existing projects applying late for a No Objection Certificate (NOC) or renewal, has raised concerns among project proponents,…
Introduction: In the face of mounting electronic waste (e-waste) challenges, adhering to guidelines for e-waste recycling is imperative for environmental sustainability. These guidelines outline best practices for recyclers and refurbishers to ensure the responsible handling and management of electronic waste. Recycler Guidelines: Recyclers are pivotal in the e-waste management chain, tasked with the recycling and…
Introduction: The Battery Waste Management (Amendment) Rules,2024 represent a significant stride in refining India’s approach to battery waste management. Published in the Official Gazette, these rules aim to enhance regulatory frameworks and ensure the effective implementation of extended producer responsibility (EPR) obligations. Setting the Stage: The Battery Waste Management (Amendment) Rules redefine India’s landscape of…
Introduction: India takes a significant leap forward in hazardous waste management with the introduction of the Hazardous Waste Management Rules, 2024. These amendments, published in the Official Gazette, mark a pivotal moment in bolstering hazardous waste handling practices nationwide. Expanding Definitions and Regulations: The Hazardous Waste Management Rules 2024 expand the regulatory framework by introducing…
The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change has released the E-Waste (Management) Second Amendment, 2023, which states the following: Amendment to Rule 5: In the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022 (hereinafter referred to as the said rules), in rule 5, after clause (3), insert the following clause: “You must adopt approved destruction technologies to manage…
Latest legal updates: SEBI (Credit Rating Agencies) (Amendment) Regulations, 2023 CPCB issued show cause notice for non compliance of Plastic Waste Management Rules CPCB issued Guidelines On the Design Construction and Annual Certification of Coal Ash Ponds Introduction The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change released the Hazardous & Other Wastes (Management &…
Latest legal updates: CGWA notice regarding construction of piezometer in industrial areas Hazardous and Other Wastes Amendment Rules, 2023 – EPR for Used Oil Ewaste Recyclers India Jan 2023 QHSE SOFTWARE SOLUTION Legal Compliance Software Safety Permit Software Quality Assurance Software ISO Container Software Behaviour-Based Safety Software Incident Management Software EHS Observation Software Complaint Management…
The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change has released draft notification on EPR for Used Oil under the Hazardous & Other Wastes (Management & Transboundary Movement) Amendment Rules, 2023 (02.05.2023) and added “Extended Producer Responsibility” for used oil. As per this draft rules, (i) Producers, (ii) Collection agents, (iii) Recyclers, (iv) Used Oil importers…
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…