Enhanced compensation for the victims of Human wildlife conflicts
Government of Tamil Nadu has been taking several steps to mitigate human wildlife conflicts. One of the approaches in human-wildlife conflict mitigation is providing adequate compensation to victims of such conflicts. Tamil Nadu Government had enhanced the compensation from Rs.4lakhs to Rs.5 lakhs for the loss of human life or permanent incapacitation in such conflicts. The Government had also created a corpus of Rs.10 Crores to enable speedy disbursement of the compensation claims.
SOP for Recycling of Waste Tyre Scrap for the recovery of Tyre Pyrolysis Oil, Pyro Gas and Char in Tyre Pyrolysis Oil (TPO) Units
Upon consultation with expert members from National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) and the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), the existing SoP was revised concerning the Recycling of Waste Tyre Scrap for the recovery of Tyre Pyrolysis Oil, Pyro Gas, and Char in Tyre Pyrolysis Oil (TPO) Units.
Climate Conference 2024 “Decoding the Green Transition for India”
The conference delved into all aspects of India’s climate action plan, with a keen focus on the role of the private sector, climate tech startups, and institutional investors. The conference aimed at mobilizing financial resources and technical capabilities to bolster government initiatives.
Goa Preservation of Trees (Third Amendment) Rules, 2023.
Goa Forest Department notified the Goa Preservation of Trees (Third Amendment) Rules, 2023.
CPCB Grants Recognition to Additional Environmental Laboratories and Government Analysts
Environmental laboratories play a pivotal role in monitoring and analyzing air, water, and other substances to assess pollution levels and environmental quality. The appointment of Government Analysts further ensures that the analysis of samples adheres to stringent standards, contributing to the overall effectiveness of environmental protection measures.
CPCB categorizes Tyre Pyrolysis Oil Industries under its Harmonization of Classification of Industrial Sectors
The categorization of TPO industries into red, orange, green, and white categories will enable better regulation and control of the environmental impact of these facilities. All SPCBs and PCCs have been directed to adopt and implement this classification for Tyre Pyrolysis Oil industries.
Guidelines on Management of Pyro-metallurgical Slags
The guidelines also outline specific areas where iron and steel slags can be used, such as cement production, aggregate in cement-concrete, and construction of roads and railways. Iron and Steel plants intending to use slag for other purposes are required to submit proposals to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) through the respective State Pollution Control Boards (SPCB) or Pollution Control Committees (PCC).
Dynamic Ground Water Resource Assessment Report 2023
The report highlights that out of the total 6553 assessment units in the country, 736 units have been categorized as ‘Over-exploited,’ signaling areas where the extraction of ground water surpasses its replenishment. Notably, there has been a notable increase in ground water recharge, attributed to factors such as canal seepage, the return flow of irrigation water, and recharges from water bodies, tanks, and water conservation structures.
CPCB Offers Specialized Training Programs for Financial Year 2023-24
The training programs are designed for a diverse range of professionals involved in pollution control and environmental management. Target groups include Pollution Control Boards/Committees, Environmental Departments and Ministries, Municipalities, Public Health Departments, Environmental Laboratories, Industries, Hospitals, Industrial Associations, NGOs, and other relevant government departments engaged in pollution prevention, control, or abatement.
Van (Sanrakshan Evam Samvardhan) Rules, 2023
These rules seek to play a pivotal role in balancing development needs with environmental conservation imperatives. The rules specify a stringent process for handling incomplete or incorrect information, including the possibility of rejection if correct information is not provided within the specified period. The framework also emphasizes the importance of compensatory afforestation and compliance with relevant statutes.
