Analysis of Forest Diversion in India , 2019 (Jan – June)
India’s Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 mandates that a prior approval needs to be sought from the Central Government through Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate…
Analysis of Wildlife Clearances in India , 2019 (Jan- June)
The National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) is a statutory body created under India’s Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. It is a 47 member committee headed by…
Environment Clearance of Coal Mines in India (2014- 2018)
India is the world’s third largest energy consumer, and its energy use is projected to grow at a rapid pace supported by economic development, urbanization,…
Environment Clearances of Coal Fired Power Plants in India (2014- 2018)
Coal fired power plants are today recognized as one of the major causes of air pollution. The recent decision of the Government to shut down…