Environmental Protection and Mining
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
21, May 2025
Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB) Mr. Hovhannes Martirosyan held a staff meeting to introduce his newly appointed Deputy Head, Mr. Levon Levonyan, who was appointed by the Prime Minister of Armenia under Decision No. N422-A of May 19, 2025. Mr. Martirosyan emphasized that Mr. Levonyan’s experience and management skills will contribute to the qualitative reform of oversight mechanisms. Congratulating hi
21, May 2025
On May 14, the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB) received a report from the Tavush Regional Governor’s Office regarding fish deaths observed in the Hakhum (Paravakar) and Berkaber (Joghaz) reservoirs. As part of the administrative proceedings initiated by the EPMIB, water samples were collected from the reservoirs, and batches of dead fish were sent to the “Republican Veterinary-Sanitary and Phytosanitary Laboratory
05, May 2025
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB) received a report concerning damage to trees in the Ajapnyak administrative district of Yerevan caused by construction activities. Investigation revealed that the company “HYDRO CONSTRUCTION” LLC, during the installation of a sewer system for a newly constructed building at 25/2 Fuchik Street, damaged the root systems of four beech trees. As a result, one tree has already fallen
03, May 2025
Early this morning, Mr. Hovhannes Martirosyan, Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, together with staff members, took part in the nationwide cleanup campaign. As part of the large-scale cleaning efforts launched in the capital, EPMIB employees carried out landscaping and cleaning activities in the park adjacent to the “Yeritasardakan” metro station area in Yerevan.
02, May 2025
Mr. Hovhannes Martirosyan, Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, along with several staff members, visited more than 30 secondary and primary schools in Yerevan and other regions of the Republic. During these visits, interactive discussions were held with students of various classes on environmental issues, ecological challenges in Armenia, and the importance of each citizen’s role in protecting the environment. Student
29, April 2025
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body (EPMIB) reports on its activities during the first quarter of 2025. During the period, 796 cases were recorded in accordance with Armenian legislation while performing oversight and other legally mandated functions. Plant Protection: 288 cases recorded. Environmental damage assessed in 302 instances totaling AMD 202,130,123. 72 administrative proceedings initiated; 56 decisions
28, April 2025
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body received an alert regarding a bear cub found in the community of Achajur, Tavush Province. Inspectors on site established that a resident of Achajur, Mr. A. Sarukhanyan, had discovered the cub entangled in a metal fence along the Achajur–Makaravank road. The resident freed the animal on his own and took it to his home. An external examination showed that the a
25, April 2025
Employees of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body have recorded environmental violations within the specially protected area of the “Sevan” National Park. In the territory of the former “Tapan” restaurant, located on the right side of the Sevan–Tsovagyugh–Dilijan highway, a lessee, carried out unauthorized leveling and stone-filling works outside the area under his lease – namely, on 765 sq. m
22, April 2025
Today, Mr. Hovhannes Martirosyan, Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, visited Yerevan’s Galust Gyulbenkyan High School No. 190 to meet with students and discuss the importance of environmental education. The meeting took place in an active discussion format. Students expressed particular interest in topics such as waste recycling, air and water protection, renewable natural resources, and the impact of human and econom
21, April 2025
During preventive measures aimed at protecting atmospheric air, employees of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body recorded a case of air pollution caused by waste burning in Armavir Province. It was found that production and household waste generated by the activities of an auto service station, located on the right side of the Armavir–Lukashin road, had been disposed of through open burning. The offender will be held administr
