State pollution control board NOC from Andhra Pradesh

The Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act of 1974 established the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board for the Prevention & Control of Water Pollution on January 24, 1976. The Board's name was changed to Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board once the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act 1981 went into effect. Initially, the Board was established to carry out the requirements of the Act. Water Pollution Prevention & Control Act of 1974. Following that, the Board was tasked with putting into action a series of recommendations, additional laws, and regulations governing the environment. The Board has been a catalyst in the implementation of environmental policies, legislation, and regulations and the development of frameworks. More effectively manage waste and natural resources. The Board, which has its headquarters in Vijayawada, is responsible for the entire state. On January 24, 1976, the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board for the Prevention and Control of Water Pollution was constituted under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act of 1974. When the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act 1981 entered into effect, the board came with a new name i.e. Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board.

Previously, the Board was created to carry out the Act's requirements. The 1974 Water Pollution Prevention & Control Act. The Board was then tasked with putting a set of recommendations into action. Environmental laws and regulations are being added to the mix. The Board has been a driving force behind environmental policies, laws, regulations, and the creation of frameworks.

What is the Objective of the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board?

Sustainable Development: - Sustainable development is a broad term that encompasses the need for economic progress while also taking into account environmental conservation and social equality. Controlling the prevention of natural resources is referred to as preventive.

Waste Management: Waste Management is an well thought out way to safeguard the environment.

Consumer awareness: Consumer awareness can help reduce pollution by persuading the general people to use CFLs, paper bags, and public transportation instead of firecrackers, plastic bags, and other non-biodegradable products.

Compliance: In order to limit pollution in Andhra Pradesh, the APPCB established specific criteria for companies and health care facilities.

What are the Functions of APPCB?

• Make recommendations to the Andhra Pradesh government on any issue relating to the prevention and control of water and air pollution and the improvement of air quality.
• Through the media, organize consumer awareness initiatives on the prevention and control of air and water pollution and waste management.
• Collect, compile, and prepare technical & statistical data on air and water contamination.
• Set sewage and trade effluents standards and emission standards for industrial plants, autos, and health care facilities
• To assist with developing new technology for sewage treatment, trade effluent treatment, and control equipment.
• Consent certificates are issued to industries that fit into several categories: Red, Orange, Green, and White.
• Issuing authorizations to companies and healthcare facilities, which fall under the categories of Bio-Medical Waste Authorization and Hazardous Waste Management.
• Authorization, Battery Waste Management, Plastic Waste Management and E-waste Authorization are all topics that need to be addressed.

Why is APPCB certification necessary?

• For the formation of new industries or the continuation of an established one
• For the installation of new or different electricity connections
• For installing of a new water connection or a change in an existing one
• For acquiring a license from the Municipal Authority or renewing an existing one
• To receive a police license or renew an eating house license to obtain a NOC from the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA).
• Obtaining a letter of authorization from the Fire Department.
• For acquiring an International Trade License

What are the Documents required to obtain NOC from APPCB?

• Pan card for Authorized Persons
• Aadhar card for Authorized Persons
• In the case of a Partnership/Company Authorization letter,
• the unit's Pan card is required (except Proprietorship)
• CA Site Plan /Naksha
• FSSAI Certificate for food industries
• Letter for overall project cost
• Ownership Documentation
• GST Certificate for Water Bills

Who is entitled to obtain the APPCB NOC?

So, the manufacturing units, Traders, Health care establishments, E-waste management entities, Solid waste management firms, Hazardous waste management entities, Battery waste management firms, Plastic waste management entities, Bio-medical waste management entities are eligible to apply for the NOC from APPCB.

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• Guidance in obtaining the NOC from SPCB
• Consultation from our professional team
• Drafting the application for NOC and regular monitoring with the Authority Concern
• Arranging and providing the required Documents
• Delivering of License
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