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ENVIRONMENT LAWS:

Environment Protection

Act, Air Act

PRESENTED BY

10413 SAMRUDDHI BONEY

10414 ANMAY CHAVAN

ENVIRONMENT LAWS: ENVIRONMENT

PROTECTION ACT (EPA)

"A comprehensive overview of the Environment Protection Act,

1986, including its objectives, key provisions,

implementation, challenges, and impact on environmental

conservation."

INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS

Why are Environmental Laws Important?

Protects natural ecosystems from industrial and human-induced damage.

Reduces pollution (air, water, and land) to safeguard public health.

Ensures sustainable development by balancing economic growth with

environmental conservation.

Holds polluters accountable through penalties and strict regulations.

Key Environmental Laws (Global & India-Specific)

Global Laws & Agreements:

The Paris Agreement (2015) – Addresses climate change by limiting global warming.

The Kyoto Protocol (1997) – First international treaty to reduce greenhouse gas

emissions.

The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD, 1992) – Focuses on biodiversity

conservation.

Environmental Laws in India:

Environment Protection Act (1986) – A comprehensive law to prevent and control

pollution.

Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act (1974) – Regulates water pollution.

Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act (1981) – Controls air pollution.

WHAT IS THE ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION ACT,

1986?

Comprehensive Legislation: Covers air, water, land, hazardous

substances, and ecosystem protection.

Umbrella Act: Consolidates previous laws like the Water Act (1974) and

Air Act (1981) for better coordination.

Gives Central Government Wide Powers: Allows direct intervention for

environmental protection.

Focuses on Prevention and Control of Pollution: Encourages sustainable

industrial practices.

PENALTIES FOR VIOLATING THIS ACT?

For Individuals:

Jail: Up to 5 years (up to 7 years if it continues for more than a year).

Fine: Up to 1 lakh rupees (plus 5,000 rupees for each day the violation

continues).

For Companies:

Responsible people (like directors) can be punished.

They can avoid punishment if they prove they did their best to prevent it

IMPLEMENTATION

Implementation Agencies: MOEFCC (Ministry Of Environment, Forest,

and Climate Change), CPCB(Central Pollution Control Board),

SPCBs(State Pollution Control Boards).

CONCLUSION AND WAY FORWARD

Importance of stricter enforcement.

Need for public awareness and participation.

Future amendments and international cooperation for better environmental

protection

THE AIR (PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF POLLUTION) ACT

This act is seen as the first concrete step taken by the government of

India to combat air pollution.

This act was enacted in 1981 by the Parliament of India under

Section, and was later amended in 1987.

The Act defines various other terms such as approved fuel, approved

appliance, automobile, chimney, emission, control equipment,

occupier , etc.

AIR (PREVENTION & CONTROL OF POLLUTION) ACT

THE NEED OF AIR ACT

Rising Air Pollution: Due to industrialization, urbanization, and vehicle

emissions.

Health Impacts: Leads to respiratory diseases, cardiovascular issues, and

premature deaths.

Environmental Damage: Causes acid rain, global warming, and harm to

ecosystems.

Need for Regulation: The Act addressed the lack of a legal framework to control

air pollution.

Response to Industrialization and Climate Change: The Act responded to the

pollution caused by growing industries, emitting pollutants like particulate matter,

nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide.

BOARDS TO CONTROL POLLUTION

1. CPCB (Central Pollution Control Board):

Established in 1974 under the Water Act.

Advises the Central Government on controlling water and air pollution and

improving air quality.

Works on national-level policies and guidelines to prevent pollution.

1. SPCB (State Pollution Control Boards):

Set up by each state to enforce air pollution control within their jurisdiction

under the Air Act.

Responsible for implementing pollution control measures at the state level.

Collaborates with CPCB to ensure uniformity in efforts nationwide.

Together, these boards work independently within their jurisdictions but collaborate

to ensure effective and consistent pollution control measures across the country

Section 2 of Air Act, provides definitions for key terms

used in the Act, which are essential for its enforcement:

Section 2(a)-Air Pollutant : Harmful substances in the air.

Section 2(b)- Air Pollution : Presence of harmful pollutants in the air.

Section 2(c)- Industrial Plant : Facilities that emit pollutants.

Section 2(d)- Control Equipment : Devices used to reduce emissions.

Section 2(e)- Emission : Release of pollutants into the air.

Section 2(f)-Environment : Surroundings, including air, water, and land.

Section 2(g)- Stack : Chimney or structure releasing pollutants.