Environmental Protection and Mining
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
14, July 2026
As a result of intensified inspection measures carried out by the employees of the Environmental Protection and Subsoil Inspection Body (EPMIB) from 22 June to 10 July 2026, a number of violations of atmospheric air protection requirements were identified in Yerevan and the regions of Armenia.The inspections focused on cases of illegal removal of fertile soil layers, transportation of bulk materials (sand, cement, gypsum, gravel) and construction waste without dust-proof airtight covers, as well
13, July 2026
The Information Systems Governance Council of the Republic of Armenia has approved the digitalization concept for the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, marking the official launch of the practical implementation phase of the reform process.In this context, the Inspection Body has already begun modernizing its environmental oversight processes, with a primary focus on introducing a risk-based, digitalized, and preventive inspection system.Today, an extended working meeting was
30, June 2026
At the initiative of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, an awareness-raising meeting was held with representatives of Yerevan Municipality and administrative district leadership. The meeting focused on atmospheric air protection during ongoing construction and urban improvement works in Yerevan, with particular emphasis on reducing dust emissions and implementing preventive environmental measures.In his remarks, the Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection
29, June 2026
The Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia, Hovhannes Martirosyan, the Dean of the Faculty of Geography and Geology of Yerevan State University, Sargis Qelyan, and the Dean of the Faculty of Biology, Karen Ghazaryan, have re-signed cooperation memoranda aimed at further strengthening collaboration between the institutions.The main objective of the memorandum is to promote the continuous improvement of educational programmes in the field by stre
15, June 2026
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia informs that, following the circulation of a video entitled "Yellow-Coloured Rainwater Floods the Streets of Kapan" and the public concern surrounding the incident, administrative proceedings have been initiated.The proceedings concern the discharge of yellow-orange coloured runoff from the Kavart mining area into the streets of Kapan following heavy rainfall on 14 June 2026.As part of the administrative pro
09, June 2026
Today, the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body hosted the second meeting of the interagency working group established to develop legislative reforms aimed at strengthening the protection of wildlife. The meeting was chaired by the Head of the Inspection Body, Hovhannes Martirosyan.The discussions focused on draft regulations already developed to improve the legal framework governing the circulation of wild animals and plants, as well as the conditions under which they are kept.Re
05, June 2026
World Environment Day is celebrated globally on June 5. Established by the United Nations, the day aims to raise public awareness of environmental issues and promote collective action toward environmental protection.On this occasion, the importance of conserving natural resources, protecting biodiversity, mitigating the impacts of climate change, and fostering responsible attitudes toward nature is once again emphasized.Environmental protection is the responsibility of each and every one of us.
01, June 2026
The inspectors of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body previously suspended illegal water abstraction by citizens A.A. and S.G. from one deep well each in the settlement of Hatsik, Armavir Region, where water was being used for irrigation purposes without water use permits.In the settlement of Drakhtik, Gegharkunik Region, the drilling of an illegal deep well discovered within a recreational area operating on land leased by citizen A.I. from the "Sevan National Park" SNCO was
01, June 2026
During inspection activities aimed at protecting water resources, inspectors of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia detected several cases of illegal water use in the Ararat and Armavir regions.In the Ararat Region, A.E. illegally operated two deep wells for irrigation purposes in the settlement of Dalar without a water use permit. In Aygestan, M.G. and V.M.; in Berkanush, H.Ch.; in Mkhchyan, A.H.; and in Vostan, V.H. each illegally operated one dee
21, May 2026
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB), recognizing the fundamental role of education in environmental protection, has been implementing a series of eco-educational classes in schools across the republic for the fifth consecutive year. This year, the initiative was carried out within the framework of the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport's "Year of Safe and Secure Education" events.Interactive classes were conducted in 35 schools in the capital and
