Environmental Protection and Mining
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
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.
25, February 2025
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB) conducted: 87 inspections During which 690 violations by mineral users were recorded across all areas. Decisions issued: 206 administrative penalties Fines imposed: AMD 32,040,000 Environmental damage calculated: AMD 3,583,739,397 Identified: 144 cases of illegal mineral use and concealment of extracted volumes 4,630,663.3 m³ of illegally extracted minerals Damage to the sta
20, February 2025
During 2024, the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB) recorded: 160 violations, including: 62 in fish farming 35 in electricity production 23 in food service, hotels, entertainment, and recreation 17 in water supply and water use 23 in other areas Enforcement measures: 128 administrative penalties Fines imposed: AMD 68,500,000 Calculated damage: AMD 431,159,194 Activities suspended: 80 cases of ope
17, February 2025
During 2024, the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB) recorded: 397 violations, including: 207 in the construction sector 104 violations at construction sites 103 cases of transporting dusty materials without opaque covering 74 in industrial production 61 in mineral extraction 15 in animal husbandry and crop farming 37 emissions from burning stubble, leaves, and waste 3 in service activities Enforcement measures: 2
14, February 2025
On February 14, the leadership of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB) visited the Ararat Region as part of regional meetings. The meeting was attended by EPMIB Deputy Heads Mr. V. Galoyan and Mr. V. Amirkhanyan, Ararat Region Governor Mr. S. Tevonyan, and heads of consolidated communities. During the meeting, the governor, community leaders, and other stakeholders discussed air pollution caused by the burning of household waste, stubble, landfills, willows, dried
13, February 2025
During 2024, the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB) conducted the following in the biodiversity sector: Inspections carried out: 5 inspections at 5 branches of “Hayantar” SNCO. Violations identified: 916 cases of legal violations, 13,013 illegally cut trees, and 3,778.5 cubic meters of illegally harvested timber. Measures applied: 293 administrative penalties totaling 29,910,000 AMD. Calculated damage: 1,136,214
06, February 2025
The new equipment donated by the Caucasus Nature Fund will enhance the efficiency of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB). Thanks to this equipment, inspectors will be able to scan forest areas both at ground level and for underground measurements. Reflection on the Public Television's "News" program
05, February 2025
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB) has consistently emphasized the importance of learning and teaching as part of its activities. Within the framework of the cooperation memorandum signed with Yerevan State University (YSU), students from the Faculties of Biology, Geography, and Geology have once again been given the opportunity to undergo professional internships at the Inspection Body this year. During their internships,
21, January 2025
From November 15, 2024, to January 20, 2025, during the Whitefish spawning season in Lake Sevan, the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB), together with the Ministries of Environment, Territorial Administration and Infrastructure, Internal Affairs, the Gegharkunik Regional Administration, the Food Safety Inspection Body, and the Yerevan City Municipality, carried out measures to protect the sturgeon
13, January 2025
On January 9, a working meeting was organized at the initiative of the Standing Committees on Territorial Administration, Local Self-Government, Agriculture and Environmental Protection, and Health of the National Assembly. The discussion focused on the topic: “The Current State of Air Pollution in Yerevan, Existing Problems, and Possible Solutions.” Details in the video.
