Our Services:
- Environmental compliance and due diligence
- Representation in environmental tribunals and courts
- Filing of public interest litigation for environmental protection
- Legal assistance in Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)
- Dispute resolution concerning pollution and natural resources
Areas Covered:
- Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)
- Pollution Control
- Climate Change Legislation
- Waste Management Regulations
- Natural Resource Conservation
Key Elements:
- EIA Compliance: We assist clients in preparing Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) as required by the Pakistan Environmental Protection Act 1997. Our chamber also handles disputes arising from non-compliance.
- Pollution Litigation: We represent clients in cases involving air and water pollution, filing complaints before environmental tribunals.
Procedural Aspects:
Environmental cases often require filing petitions with the Environmental Protection Tribunals under the Pakistan Environmental Protection Act (PEPA) of 1997. Regulatory compliance with provincial environmental protection departments is essential. Businesses must comply with environmental laws by obtaining clearances and conducting regular assessments. Violations may result in fines, closures, or legal action.
Relevant Laws & Acts:
- Pakistan Environmental Protection Act, 1997
- National Environmental Quality Standards (NEQS)
- Punjab Environmental Protection Act, 1997
- Sindh Environmental Protection Act, 2014
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Environmental Protection Act, 2014
- Baluchistan Environmental Protection Act, 2012
- Punjab Environmental Protection Act 2012
- Climate Change Act 2017
- Hazardous Substances Rules 2003
