Environmental Protection and Mining
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
04, September 2025
As part of large-scale inspections carried out across the Republic to prevent environmental violations, inspectors of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB) recorded cases of illegal transportation of timber, fertile soil, and air pollution. In particular: In Voskehat village (Armavir region), citizen H.Ch. attempted to illegally transport 3.7 m³ of hornbeam timber in a “GAZelle” vehicle, disguised with charc
03, September 2025
Mr. Hovhannes Martirosyan, Head of the Environment Protection and Mining Inspection Body, paid a working visit to Ararat region. As part of the visit, he toured the newly constructed Vedi Reservoir to assess water resource use and management efficiency. On site, Mr. Martirosyan observed the reservoir’s current filling level, as well as ongoing water conservation and distribution processes at the intake point. He expressed hope that the reservoir—equipped with modern, locally adap
01, September 2025
The Environment Protection and Mining Inspection Body has dismantled an illegally installed pipeline in the area of the natural monument, the Karmir Katar Crater Lake of Mount Azhdahak, Geghama Range. The measure follows reports circulating on social media regarding the illegal water extraction from the lake. An administrative case was opened to investigate the incident. It was determined that the citizen T.K. had carried out unauthorized water extraction from the crater lake using the illeg
01, September 2025
On August 31, at around 15:30, the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body initiated administrative proceedings in connection with a wildfire that broke out in the Ughedzor highland area of Vayots Dzor region. According to preliminary information, the fire originated as a result of welding works on high-voltage transmission poles in the Saravan settlement of Vayk community (not located within the Amulsar area). The wildfire affected approximately 45 hectares of land, burnin
29, August 2025
On August 29, at around 09:00 a.m., the Environmental protection and Mining Inspection Body received a report from the Patrol Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in Vayots Dzor regarding crayfish found in the trunk of a vehicle driven by a citizen. During the inspection, it was revealed that a resident of Nor Kharberd village in Ararat region, had illegally caught 40.98 kg of crayfish from Herher Reservoir. The entire quantity of crayfish, caught without the required permit, was conf
26, August 2025
Based on information received by the National Security Service of Armenia, within the framework of a criminal case under investigation by the Investigative Committee of the Republic of Armenia, employees of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body conducted inspections in the “Ijevan Forestry” Enterprise of the "ArmForest" SNCO, specifically in the 5th and 6th guard sections of the “Ijevan Forest Division” and the 5th and 6th guard sections of the “
22, August 2025
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body reminds that the permissible quantities and periods for hunting animals in the Republic of Armenia for 2025-2026 (excluding specially protected natural areas) have been established. DURING HUNTING, IT IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED TO: Hunt without the appropriate permit Use prohibited hunting tools and methods Hunt in prohibited areas or during restricted periods Violate the rules for the protection
22, August 2025
Inspection Results of the Land Use and Protection Sector – First Half of 2025 During the first half of 2025, the inspections in the field of land use and protection revealed: 99 cases of violations identified 32 administrative penalties imposed, totaling AMD 3,390,000 in fines Additionally: AMD 3,117,053,733 in environmental damage has been calculated. Reports submitted to law enforcement authorities: 52 cases, including:
20, August 2025
During the first half of 2025, the Inspection Body recorded 54 violations in the field of water use and protection. Breakdown of Violations: Fish farming – 4 Water use companies, electricity production – 14 Activities and services of local self-government bodies – 5 Production – 17 Mining – 7 Other – 7 Sanctions Applied: 36 administrative penalties Total fines imposed: 30,150,000 AMD Environmental Damage Cal
19, August 2025
During the first half of 2025, the Inspection Body recorded 195 violations in the field of atmospheric air protection. Breakdown of Violations: Construction and production – 78 Mining – 14 Transportation of bulk materials without sealed covers – 27 Smoke emissions from burning branches, leaves, waste, and cables – 55 Self-ignition in forests – 12 Self-ignition in landfills – 6 Other – 3 Sanctions App
