CPCB Issues New Guidelines to Regulate Silica Sand Mining and Washing Plants
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has issued detailed new guidelines for silica sand mining and washing plants across the country. The guidelines were prepared in response to an order from the National Green Tribunal (NGT) and are designed to prevent the environmental damage and health risks caused by the unregulated dumping of waste slurry.
CPCB Sets September 15 Deadline for CEMS Certification
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has set a final deadline of September 15, 2025, for all manufacturers of Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMS) to submit their applications for product certification to the National Physical Laboratory (NPL). This notice serves as a continuation of previous announcements and meetings with manufacturers regarding the new certification scheme.
NPL Certification Now Mandatory for Air Emission Monitoring Systems in Delhi-NCR
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) has launched a new certification scheme for Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMS) used for air emission monitoring. The scheme, managed under the CSIR-NPL India Certification Scheme (NPLI CS), is now operative for all CEMS manufacturers. This notice was issued on September 3, 2025.
CPCB Issues New Guidelines Mandating Utilization of Marble and Granite Slurry
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has issued comprehensive new guidelines for the management and utilization of slurry generated from marble and granite processing units. This action follows a directive from the National Green Tribunal (NGT) aimed at preventing the unscientific dumping of this waste, which has been linked to the contamination of water, soil, and air.
Guidelines on Municipal Solid Waste Incineration Based Waste to Energy Plants
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has issued guidelines on the production process and environmental management of Waste-to-Energy (WtE) plants that sheds light on the complex operations required to process municipal solid waste (MSW) and generate power. The guidelines detail the integrated system used in a typical WtE facility and highlight key environmental challenges that must be carefully managed to ensure public health and regulatory compliance.
CPCB to Implement Automated SMS Alerts for Environmental Compliance
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has developed a new protocol for online automated alerts for Continuous Emission and Effluent Monitoring Systems (OCEMS). This system is designed to enhance compliance by providing real-time feedback to industries when their emissions or effluents exceed prescribed limits.
Government Prohibits Import of Waste Tyres for Pyrolysis Oil Production
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has implemented strict regulations to ensure the environmentally sound management of waste tyres, including a ban on the import of waste tyres for the production of pyrolysis oil. This information was provided by the Union Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha today.
CPCB Releases Draft Report on Environmental Damage Cost Assessment
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has released a draft report on Environmental Damage Cost Assessment (EDCA). The report, formulated in compliance with an order from the National Green Tribunal (NGT), proposes a methodology to assess the cost of environmental damage under various scenarios. The CPCB has invited stakeholders and the public to submit their comments and suggestions on the draft by August 17, 2025.
CPCB Releases Revised Calibration Protocols for Environmental Monitoring Systems
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has issued a revised calibration protocol for Online Continuous Emission and Effluent Monitoring Systems (OCEMS), setting standardized requirements for a range of parameters to ensure the accuracy and reliability of environmental data. These guidelines, effective from July 2025, specify the frequency and procedures for calibration, checks, and performance testing for emissions and effluent monitoring systems.
CPCB Extends Deadline for Waste Tyre EPR Returns to August 15, 2025
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has announced a further extension for all entities registered on the Waste Tyre EPR Portal to file their returns for the financial year 2024-25. The deadline for submitting both quarterly and annual returns, previously set for June 30, 2025, has been extended until August 15, 2025.
Battery Producers Granted Extension for Annual Returns Under Waste Management Rules
The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has announced a three-month extension for battery producers to submit their Annual Returns for the Financial Year 2024-25, under the Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022. The new deadline for filing these returns is now September 30, 2025. This extension order was issued on July 10, 2025.
Ministry of Environment Extends Deadline for Plastic Waste Management Annual Returns for PIBOs and PWPs
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has announced an extension for Producers, Importers, Brand Owners (PIBOs) and Plastic Waste Processors (PWPs) to file their annual returns for the financial year 2024-2025. The new deadline has been set for July 31, 2025.