Environmental Protection and Mining
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
10, July 2025
At the initiative of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, a discussion meeting was held today with active citizens and representatives of environmental non-governmental organizations. The event aimed to address environmental challenges and promote public cooperation. In the spirit of transparency and accountability, the Head of the Inspection Body, Mr. Hovhannes Martirosyan, presented the results of supervisory activities conducted during 2022–2024, issues raised thr
30, June 2025
As part of an administrative proceeding initiated by the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, it was revealed that the conditions in which a brown bear was kept in captivity at the “NAIRI SPA RESORTS” hotel complex in Hankavan, Kotayk Province, did not comply with the requirements established by law. Moreover, the individual keeping the wild animal lacked the necessary permit from the authorized body. Thanks to joint efforts by the Inspection Body and the Ministry
23, June 2025
In a series of regional outreach initiatives, the leadership of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body conducted working visits to Tavush and Lori regions on June 19–20. Deputy Heads Mr. V. Galoyan, Mr. V. Amirkhanyan, and Mr. L. Levonyan held meetings with community leaders, council members, and local residents in Dilijan, Noyemberyan, Alaverdi, and Stepanavan. The discussions addressed pressing environmental and resource management issues, including: Prevention of ill
19, June 2025
On June 17, as part of a series of regional meetings, Deputy Heads of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body — Mr. Vrezh Galoyan, Mr. Vagharshak Amirkhanyan, and Mr. Levon Levonyan — visited the communities of Areni, Yeghegnadzor, and Vayk in the Vayots Dzor region. They met with local residents, council members, and representatives of local self-government bodies. The primary goal of the visit was to identify existing environmental challenges in the region, asses
09, June 2025
Deputy Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, Mr. Vrezh Galoyan, held a consultation with representatives from the Ministry of Environment, the Urban Development, Technical Standards and Fire Safety Inspection Body, and the Rescue Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The meeting focused on emissions and related issues arising from the operation of charcoal production facilities located near forests, residential areas, a
06, June 2025
Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body Mr. Hovhannes Martirosyan and his deputy Mr. Levon Levonyan paid a working visit to Syunik Province on June 6 to become acquainted on-site with the current activities of the territorial subdivision of the Inspection Body and with sector-related issues in the region. At the EPMIB Syunik Territorial Division, Mr. Hovhannes Martirosyan introduced the newly appointed Head of the Division, Mr. N
23, May 2025
Nine Caucasian red deer have been released into the forests of Yeghgnut, Lori Province, marking a historic step in Armenia’s biodiversity restoration efforts. The event, held on May 22 in celebration of the International Day for Biological Diversity, was attended by Mr. Hovhannes Martirosyan, Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body. The release was carried out as part of the “Reintroduction of the Red Deer in 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
