Order of the National Green Tribunal regarding implementation of the framework on identification of materials generated from industrial processes as wastes or by-products, 02/02/2024
Order of the National Green Tribunal in the matter of Society for Protection of Environment and Biodiversity (SPENBIO) Vs Union of India dated 02/02/2024.
The applicant has sought a direction to the authorities to take immediate measures for proper implementation of the framework on identification of materials generated from industrial processes as wastes or by-products. An action taken report has been filed by the Central Pollution Control Board disclosing the steps which have been taken for preparing the framework in this regard. At the end of the report, it is stated that application forms received from SPCBs are being examined by CPCB and for the purpose of finalizing a common application form and incorporating the same in the framework after consultation with the SPCBs/PCCs and approval of MoEF&CC, one month’s time has been sought by the CPCB.
The NGT directed the MoEF&CC to file response on the matter and place its stand on record at least one week before the next date of hearing, April 10, 2024.