Plastic Waste Management (Second Amendment) Rules, 2023
The Central Government has introduced amendments to the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016. The newly notified regulations, titled “Plastic Waste Management (Second Amendment) Rules, 2023,” aim to strengthen the management and regulation of plastic waste in the country.
National Environment Youth Parliament-2024 (NEYP-2024)
The NEYP-2024 aspires to provide a dynamic platform for the youth, uniting them in purposeful dialogue, actions, and initiatives to address the pressing environmental challenges we collectively face. Through a variety of activities such as seminars, workshops, panel discussions, interactive sessions, and policy debates, this initiative aims to nurture holistic solutions by engaging students and young individuals from diverse backgrounds for the benefit of both our environment and the next generation of green leaders in lndia.
Union Minister Emphasizes Forest Conservation and Certification at UNFF Meeting
The importance of forest fire prevention, post-fire restoration, and forest certification as essential tools for sustainable forest management was underlined at the meeting. It was also noted that India has initiated its national forest certification scheme.
Ministry of Environment Implements Rules for Effective Waste Tyre Management
All registered producers on the Waste Tyre EPR Portal are required to submit their Annual Returns for the fiscal year 2022-23 and Quarterly Returns for the first and second quarters of the fiscal year 2023-24. These returns should be submitted on or before the end of the month succeeding the quarter to which the return pertains, through the designated EPR portal.
Central Government makes Key Amendments to Air Quality Management Commission
The amendments reflect the Central Government’s commitment to strengthening the Commission for Air Quality Management in the NCR and adjoining areas, which plays a crucial role in coordinating efforts to combat air pollution and improve air quality in a region that has often faced severe air quality challenges.
Draft Environment (Protection) Amendment Rules, 2023
The draft rules introduce detailed standards for the caustic soda industry. These include effluent standards, standards for water consumption and waste water generation, for fugitive emission and for process emission.
Enforcement dates for certain provisions of the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023
The Central Government, through its respective ministries, has notified the date on which certain provisions of the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023 will come into force. The notification states that these provisions will be effective from 1st April, 2024.
Extensions in Date of Compliance with Quality Control Order for 6 Chemicals
The Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals has issued orders extending the commencement of the quality control orders of several acids, including fatty acids. These orders are dated 19th October, 2023 and have come into effect on 20th October 2023.
Plastic Waste Management (Second Amendment) Rules, 2023
This draft amendment aims to enhance the regulation of plastic waste management, particularly in the areas of compostable and biodegradable plastics, waste processing, labeling, and extended producer responsibility.
Directives for Cleaner Public Transport Services in the NCR
The CAQM has been actively engaging with NCR states to develop comprehensive action plans aimed at transitioning to cleaner and more efficient bus services in the region. The ultimate goal is to have electric vehicles (EVs) for all bus services in the NCR within five years, with the medium-term objective of adopting EVs, compressed natural gas (CNG), and BS-VI diesel buses within three years.
