Environmental Protection Regulations, 2077 (2020).

Subject

Environment gen.

Keyword

Authorization/permit Data collection/reporting EIA Monitoring Offences/penalties Pollution control Protection of environment Public participation Sustainable development

Geographical area

Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Landlocked Developing Nations, Least Developed Countries, Southern Asia

Abstract

These Regulations outline the comprehensive set of rules and procedures established by the Government of Nepal for the protection and management of the environment. These Regulations were enacted under the authority granted by the Environmental Protection Act, 2076 (2019), aiming to address various environmental issues, promote sustainable development, and ensure that environmental considerations are integrated into development projects and activities. The Regulations detail the requirements for environmental impact assessment, the responsibilities of various stakeholders, and the procedures for obtaining environmental clearances. They also specify the obligations for monitoring and reporting on environmental quality, penalties for non-compliance, and mechanisms for public participation in environmental decision-making processes.

Full text

Nepali

Website

doind.gov.np

References - Legislation

Implements

Environment Protection Act, 2019 (2076).

Legislation | Nepal | 2019

Keyword: Framework law, Environmental planning, Pollution control, EIA, Protected area, Cultural heritage, Special fund, Biodiversity, Certification, Climate change, Liability/compensation, Hazardous substances, Hazardous waste, Human rights, International trade, Waste management, Policy/planning, Authorization/permit, Right to clean/healthy environment, Risk assessment/management, Inspection, Protection of environment, Offences/penalties, Freshwater pollution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX