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title: "Environmental Law"
date: 2025-05-04
author: "IndiaLaw LLP"
url: https://www.indialaw.in/expertise/environmental-law/
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# Environmental Law

## Leading Environmental Law Firm in India for EIA, NGT, and ESG Compliance

Our Environmental Law practice advises corporates, public sector undertakings, manufacturers, real estate developers, infrastructure sponsors, mining operators, and producers across the full range of environmental, climate, and sustainability obligations under Indian law. We work with clients to secure approvals, build defensible compliance positions, and represent them in regulatory and contentious proceedings.

Our work covers the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, the EIA Notification, 2006 and its subsequent amendments, the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980, the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, the Coastal Regulation Zone Notification, 2019, and the suite of waste management rules, including the Hazardous and Other Wastes Rules, the Plastic Waste Management Rules, the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, the Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022, and the Construction and Demolition Waste Rules. We advise on environmental impact assessments, environmental clearance applications, consent to establish and consent to operate, public hearing procedures, expansion and modernisation approvals, and the post-clearance compliance regime monitored by the MoEFCC, the Central Pollution Control Board, and State Pollution Control Boards.

## Our Services

- **Environmental Impact Assessment & Clearance Advisory** — End-to-end support for EIA preparation, public hearings, and environmental clearance applications under the EIA Notification, 2006
- **Consent Management** — Obtaining and renewing Consent to Establish and Consent to Operate from State Pollution Control Boards under the Water and Air Acts
- **Forest & Wildlife Clearances** — Applications under the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980, wildlife clearances under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, and CRZ approvals
- **Waste Management & EPR Compliance** — Advisory on Hazardous Waste, Plastic Waste, E-Waste, Battery Waste, Tyre Waste, and C&D Waste rules, including Extended Producer Responsibility registration and target compliance
- **Climate Change & Carbon Markets** — Counsel on the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme, 2023, emission reduction obligations, and carbon credit transactions under the CERC Regulations, 2026
- **ESG & Sustainability Reporting** — Advising on BRSR, GRI, and broader ESG disclosure obligations for listed and unlisted companies
- **NGT & Environmental Litigation** — Representation before the National Green Tribunal, High Courts, and the Supreme Court in environmental disputes, closure orders, and PIL matters
- **Environmental Due Diligence** — Compliance assessments for M&A transactions, project finance, and asset transfers, including disclosure of historical liabilities
- **Green Finance & Renewable Energy** — Counsel on sustainability-linked bonds and loans, green financing frameworks, and renewable energy project compliance
- **Regulatory Engagement & Pre-Litigation Strategy** — Proactive engagement with CPCB, SPCBs, CAQM, and MoEFCC to manage exposure and resolve regulatory issues before they escalate

## Key Highlights

## **1. Environmental Clearances and Approvals**

- Securing environmental clearances under the EIA Notification, 2006 for industries, mining, infrastructure, and real estate projects
- Coordinating environmental impact assessments, baseline studies, and public hearings with accredited consultants
- Obtaining consent to establish and consent to operate from State Pollution Control Boards under the Water and Air Acts
- Advising on forest clearances under the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980, wildlife clearances, and Coastal Regulation Zone approvals

## **2. Compliance, Audit & ESG Integration**

- Advising on ongoing environmental compliance, including emission and effluent norms, hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, and disposal protocols
- Environmental compliance audits and gap assessments for manufacturing, construction, hospitality, and logistics operations
- Counsel on Extended Producer Responsibility under the Plastic Waste, E-Waste, Battery Waste, and Tyre Waste rules, including registration and target compliance
- Advising on BRSR, GRI, and broader ESG disclosure obligations for listed and unlisted companies

## **3. Climate Change & Carbon Markets**

- Advisory on obligations and compliance under the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme, 2023
- Counsel on carbon credit transactions, trading procedures, and market participation under the CERC Regulations, 2026
- Advising on renewable energy project compliance, green financing, and sustainability-linked instruments
- Structuring corporate climate strategies aligned with India’s NDC commitments and evolving regulatory mandates

## **4. Litigation and Regulatory Proceedings**

- Representing clients before the National Green Tribunal at its principal and zonal benches, the High Courts, and the Supreme Court
- Defending closure orders, show cause notices, and environmental compensation demands from CPCB and SPCBs
- Acting in public interest litigation, third-party environmental claims, and writ proceedings touching environmental policy
- Pre-litigation strategy and engagement with regulators to manage exposure

## **5. Transactions and Sustainability**

- Environmental due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, asset transfers, and project finance, including disclosure of historical liabilities and pending notices
- Drafting environmental representations, indemnities, and post-closing covenants in transaction documents
- Counsel on green financing, sustainability-linked bonds and loans, and renewable energy project compliance
- Advisory on CAQM compliance, dust mitigation protocols, and air quality management for construction and industrial operations

## **6. Waste Management & Circular Economy**

- Advising on compliance with Hazardous Waste, Plastic Waste, E-Waste, Battery Waste, Tyre Waste, and C&D Waste rules
- Obtaining and managing Extended Producer Responsibility authorisations, registration, and annual target compliance
- Counsel on the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016, including recent Supreme Court enforcement mandates
- Advisory on waste-to-energy projects, recycling frameworks, and circular economy compliance

## **7. Forest, Wildlife & Biodiversity**

- Forest clearance applications under the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 and the Van (Sanrakshan Evam Samvardhan) Adhiniyam, 2023
- Wildlife clearances and advisory under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 for projects in ecologically sensitive areas
- Advising on biodiversity compliance, access and benefit sharing under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002
- Counsel on tribal and forest rights issues under the Forest Rights Act, 2006 in the context of development projects

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### FAQs

#### What does an environmental law practice cover in India?

It covers regulatory approvals such as environmental clearances, consent to establish and operate, forest and wildlife permissions, CRZ approvals, waste management compliance, EPR obligations, carbon credit frameworks, ESG reporting, and representation before the National Green Tribunal and courts.

#### When should a company engage environmental law counsel in India?

Ideally before project planning begins. Environmental clearance under the EIA Notification, 2006 and consent from State Pollution Control Boards must precede construction or operations. Engaging counsel early avoids delays, costly redesigns, and exposure to closure orders or NGT proceedings.

#### Which regulators and statutes govern environmental compliance in India?

The MoEFCC administers the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, the EIA Notification, 2006, and the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980. State Pollution Control Boards issue consents under the Water Act, 1974 and Air Act, 1981. The NGT adjudicates environmental disputes.

#### How long does the environmental clearance process typically take?

Category A projects requiring EIA go through the Expert Appraisal Committee at MoEFCC, including scoping, EIA study, public hearing, and appraisal. The process typically takes 10 to 18 months. Category B projects appraised by SEIAAs may take 6 to 12 months depending on state timelines.

#### What documents are needed to begin an environmental clearance application?

You will typically need a pre-feasibility report, land ownership records, site layout plans, a Form 1 or Form 1A application, ToR proposal for scoping, baseline environmental data, water and power requirement estimates, and a draft EIA report prepared by an accredited consultant.

#### What compliance mistakes do companies most commonly make in environmental law?

Operating without timely renewal of Consent to Operate is common and triggers closure directions. Other frequent errors include missing EPR registration deadlines under waste management rules, incomplete public hearing documentation, and failing to report expansions that cross EIA thresholds.

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## General Contact

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| **Website** | https://www.indialaw.in |
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| **Primary phone** | +91 836-9995919 |
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### 1. Mumbai — Registered Office & Head Office (Apeejay Chambers)

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| **Address** | Apeejay Chambers, Ground Floor, Wallace Street, Fort, Mumbai – 400 001 |
| **Phone** | [022-6924-7400](tel:02269247400) |
| **Email** | contact@indialaw.in |
| **Page** | https://www.indialaw.in/mumbai/ |
| **Practice focus** | Litigation · Arbitration · Insolvency & Bankruptcy · Corporate · Banking · Real Estate · IP |
| **Notes** | The HQ. 5 partners based here. Handles PAN-India litigation, arbitration, corporate, banking, IP and real estate practice. Largest team across all offices. |

### 2. Mumbai — Non-Litigation Office (Excelsior, Fort)

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| **Address** | 4th Floor, New Excelsior Theatre Pvt. Ltd., Amrit Keshav Nayak Marg, Fort, Mumbai – 400 001 |
| **Phone** | [022-697-40500](tel:022-697-40500) |
| **Email** | contact@indialaw.in |
| **Page** | https://www.indialaw.in/mumbai/ |
| **Practice focus** | Non-litigation only — consultations, negotiations, transactional work |
| **Notes** | Opened 2024. Litigation and arbitration remain at the Apeejay Chambers head office. |

### 3. Delhi

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| **Address** | Flat No. 1107 & 1108, Prakashdeep Building, Tolstoy Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi – 110 001 |
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| **Email** | contact@indialaw.in |
| **Page** | https://www.indialaw.in/delhi/ |
| **Practice focus** | Litigation · Arbitration · Insolvency & Bankruptcy · Corporate · Banking · Real Estate |
| **Notes** | 3 partners based here. Located near the Supreme Court of India, Delhi High Court and other appellate bodies. |

### 4. Kolkata

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| **Address** | Centre Point Building, Room No. 214, 2nd Floor, Premises No. 21, Hemanta Basu Sarani, Opp. Great Eastern Hotel, P.S. Hare Street, Kolkata – 700 001, West Bengal |
| **Phone** | [+91 33 4813 1001](tel:+913348131001) |
| **Email** | contact@indialaw.in |
| **Page** | https://www.indialaw.in/kolkata/ |
| **Practice focus** | Insolvency & Bankruptcy · Commercial & Civil Litigation · Arbitration · Banking Litigation · Real Estate · Labour & Employment · Consumer |
| **Notes** | Advises banks, NBFCs, MSMEs and corporates on transactions and dispute resolution. Works in close coordination with the Mumbai HO. |

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| **Email** | contact@indialaw.in |
| **Page** | https://www.indialaw.in/chennai/ |
| **Practice focus** | Litigation · Insolvency & Bankruptcy · Real Estate |
| **Notes** | Full-fledged office with experienced legal team. Supported by Mumbai HO. |

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| **Practice focus** | Litigation · Insolvency & Bankruptcy · Real Estate · Family Laws · Labour |
| **Notes** | Located near Bangalore High Court. Handles corporate, commercial, banking and matrimonial disputes. |

### 7. Hyderabad

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| **Notes** | Newest office. Sector-focused on highly regulated industries serving NCR-based clients. |

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## Quick-Dial Phone List

| Office | Phone |
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| Mumbai HO (Apeejay) | 022-6924-7400 |
| Mumbai Excelsior | 022-697-40500 |
| Kolkata | +91 33 4813 1001 |
| Bengaluru | 080-4167-2444 |
| Hyderabad | 040-6666-5166 |
| Cochin | 0484-3583961 |
| **General / Marketing line** | **+91 836-9995919** |

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