Environmental Protection and Mining
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
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
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
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:
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
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
18, August 2025
On August 16, at around 07:30 a.m., the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB) received an alert regarding pollution of the Debed River. Inspectors from the Lori and Tavush Territorial Divisions of EPMIB conducted an extensive field inspections along the river to identify the potential source of contamination. The inspection revealed that a pipeline leading to the “Nahatak” tailings dam of the Akhtala Mining and Processing Enterprise had ruptured, which caused
14, August 2025
On the basis of a report on an alleged crime submitted by the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body to the Investigative Committee of the Republic of Armenia, damage amounting to 11.5 million AMD caused to state-owned lands has been restored.
12, August 2025
During preventive measures conducted in Armavir Province, inspectors from the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB) detected an illegal sand extraction operation in the administrative territory of Apaga village, Araks community. The unauthorized extraction of mineral resources using heavy machinery was immediately halted. The equipment and truck involved have been seized and transferred to the protected area of the EPMIB’s Armavir regional division. A report on t
