Environmental Protection and Mining
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
13, October 2025
Today, Deputy Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, Vrezh Galoyan, participated in the closing workshop of the program implemented by the Ministry of Environment titled “Early Action Support in the Context of the Global Biodiversity Framework.” The program aimed to assist Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity in preparing and implementing early actions under the post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework. It included reviewing national targets,
13, October 2025
Mr. Bagrat Nahapetyan, Head of the Quality Assurance Department of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, has been honored on the occasion of his retirement for his efficient and conscientious performance of official duties. He was presented with a letter of appreciation and a commemorative gift.
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
06, October 2025
Today, based on a report received regarding a “Gender reveal party at Shaki Waterfall,” the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body has initiated administrative proceedings. Relevant measures are being undertaken to identify and hold accountable the organizers of the event, which was conducted within the territory of the specially protected natural area — the Shaki Waterfall hydrogeological natural monument. Additional information will be provided in due course.
06, October 2025
Earlier, it was reported that the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body had initiated administrative proceedings in connection with an event held at the Shaki Waterfall, a hydrogeological natural monument and specially protected natural area. As a result of joint operative measures carried out by the staff of the Syunik Regional Division of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body and the Sisian Division of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Police, it was revealed
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
25, September 2025
Employees of The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body recorded a case of illegal water use at a car wash operating on a leased section of the specially protected area within the “Sevan National Park” SNCO. The lessee, A.M., in violation of environmental legislation, carried out unauthorized water extraction from a deep well at his car wash without the required permit. By the decision of the Head of the Gegharkunik Regional Division of the Inspection Body, the opera
24, September 2025
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body had previously suspended the operations of the restaurant “Semo’s Mot,” owned by “Gevorgyan’s College” LLC and located in the village of Tsovagyugh, Gegharkunik region, due to unauthorized water abstraction without a water use permit. The business entity has since obtained the required water use permit from the competent authority. Accordingly, a decision has been made to lift the suspension.
23, September 2025
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body continues preventive actions against illegal hunting across different regions of the Republic. In the field area near Khanjyan village of Armavir region, an electric sound device connected to a battery, imitating the call of a quail, was discovered. The prohibited hunting device was seized and destroyed in accordance with the established procedure. Measures are being undertaken to identify the offender.
19, September 2025
Today, Mr. Hovhannes Martirosyan, Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB), met with the delegation led by Narek Grigoryan, Head of the Armenian branch of the Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union (NABU). During the meeting, the parties discussed issues of cooperation in the field of environmental protection, particularly in the areas of biodiversity conservation, bird protection, and eco-education. Both sides emphasized the importance of expanding coopera
