environmental norms

Green court orders probe into 23 cases of mining violations

The action follows directions issued by minister for natural resources, minerals and mines T K Prabhu based on complaints that several quarries were extracting minerals beyond approved limits and violating environmental norms. Allegations had also surfaced that quarry monitoring mechanisms were not functioning effectively in some areas.

Following widespread protests and public outcry over pollution, KSPCB officials, alongside revenue authorities, have sealed two steel factories in Koppal district. Villagers had voiced grave concerns about dust and toxic emissions impacting their health.

Pollution Board Serves Notice To PHED

New environmental regulations, like the EU's carbon tax and India's proposed credit trading scheme, are making ESG a crucial business compliance issue, not just voluntary reporting. Experts warn companies without robust carbon data systems risk losing competitiveness. Implementation readiness and data credibility are now paramount for navigating these evolving global standards and securing green finance.