Environmental Protection and Mining
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
31, October 2025
The Government of the Republic of Armenia has defined new standards for the protection of atmospheric air. The Public Television of Armenia’s “News” program has covered the topic in its recent broadcast.
10, October 2025
On October 8–9, Deputy Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, Vrezh Galoyan, conducted a working visit to several communities in Kotayk and Gegharkunik regions, where he held meetings with major business entities operating in the sector. The purpose of the meetings was to enhance transparency in monitoring processes, reduce environmental damage, strengthen awareness of legislative requirements, and develop effective formats for public-private cooperation. Duri
02, October 2025
Today, in Armavir region, Deputy Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body Mr. Levon Levonyan and sectoral officials met with business entities involved in the mining industry. The meeting aimed to raise awareness of the requirements of subsoil use legislation, promote cooperation among the public, governmental, and private sectors, and ensure a safe environment in parallel with economic development. Participants discussed key risks and violations identified in the sect
10, July 2025
At the initiative of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, a discussion meeting was held today with active citizens and representatives of environmental non-governmental organizations. The event aimed to address environmental challenges and promote public cooperation. In the spirit of transparency and accountability, the Head of the Inspection Body, Mr. Hovhannes Martirosyan, presented the results of supervisory activities conducted during 2022–2024, issues raised thr
23, June 2025
In a series of regional outreach initiatives, the leadership of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body conducted working visits to Tavush and Lori regions on June 19–20. Deputy Heads Mr. V. Galoyan, Mr. V. Amirkhanyan, and Mr. L. Levonyan held meetings with community leaders, council members, and local residents in Dilijan, Noyemberyan, Alaverdi, and Stepanavan. The discussions addressed pressing environmental and resource management issues, including: Prevention of ill
19, June 2025
On June 17, as part of a series of regional meetings, Deputy Heads of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body — Mr. Vrezh Galoyan, Mr. Vagharshak Amirkhanyan, and Mr. Levon Levonyan — visited the communities of Areni, Yeghegnadzor, and Vayk in the Vayots Dzor region. They met with local residents, council members, and representatives of local self-government bodies. The primary goal of the visit was to identify existing environmental challenges in the region, asses
02, May 2025
Mr. Hovhannes Martirosyan, Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, along with several staff members, visited more than 30 secondary and primary schools in Yerevan and other regions of the Republic. During these visits, interactive discussions were held with students of various classes on environmental issues, ecological challenges in Armenia, and the importance of each citizen’s role in protecting the environment. Student
31, March 2025
Dangers and Consequences of Burning Waste and Vegetation The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body reminds: Dear citizens, do not pollute the air by burning waste or vegetation. Instead, use plant residues to fertilize the soil, improving its quality and fertility.Avoid fines ranging from 50,000 to 300,000 AMD, as stipulated by law.
28, February 2025
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB) intends to increase fines for dust emissions resulting from construction through legislative amendments. In 2024 alone, 103 violations of environmental standards during construction were recorded in Yerevan, with total fines reaching AMD 9.5 million. Currently, more than 300 multi-apartment buildings are under construction in Yerevan.
