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Environment & Sustainability

Environmental compliance is not only a legal necessity but a critical component of responsible and sustainable business practice. As environmental regulations become increasingly stringent and sustainability takes centre stage in corporate governance, we assist clients in navigating the complex framework of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) regulations with confidence and clarity.

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Environment & Sustainability

Our Environment & Sustainability Practice is focused on helping businesses meet their regulatory obligations while aligning with long-term environmental and social objectives — staying ahead of evolving environmental norms, avoiding penalties, and adopting legally sound sustainability practices.

Our Team and Approach

We help clients across sectors build environmental compliance into their operations from the outset, combining regulatory advisory with litigation capability before the National Green Tribunal and other forums when disputes arise.

Applicable Laws & Regulatory Framework

The umbrella framework for environmental regulation in India.

Water pollution control and compliance.

Air quality and emissions compliance.

Forest land use and diversion approvals.

Hazardous waste handling and disposal.

Waste management compliance.

Establishes the framework for the Indian Carbon Market and Carbon Credit Trading Scheme, 2023.

Regulatory & Statutory Authorities

Consent to Establish and Consent to Operate approvals.

Environmental Clearances and policy oversight.

Environmental litigation and disputes.

Registration and issuance of Carbon Credit Certificates.

Licensing & Approvals

  • •Environmental Clearances (EC) from MoEFCC
  • •Consent to Establish and Consent to Operate from State Pollution Control Boards
  • •GRID registration for Obligated Entities under the Compliance Mechanism of the Indian Carbon Market
  • •GRID registration for Non-Obligated Entities wishing to purchase Carbon Credit Certificates under the Offset Mechanism

Key Service Offerings

Advising on compliance with the Environment Protection Act, Water Act, Air Act, Forest Conservation Act, Hazardous Waste Rules, Plastic Waste Management Rules, and E-Waste Rules.

Assistance obtaining Environmental Clearances, Consent to Establish, and Consent to Operate.

Advising corporates on ESG frameworks and sustainability-linked reporting, including BRSR.

Environmental due diligence in M&A and real estate transactions to identify liabilities and compliance gaps.

Representing clients before the NGT, High Courts, and other forums in environmental disputes and show-cause notices.

Advising on carbon trading, renewable energy regulations, and climate impact assessments.

End-to-end advisory on the Compliance and Offset Mechanisms, GRID registration, and statutory compliance for both Obligated and Non-Obligated Entities.

Frequently Asked Questions

We start with a scoping consultation to understand your business model, current regulatory posture, and immediate priorities — then propose a tailored engagement rather than a one-size-fits-all package.

Yes. Our clients range from early-stage startups navigating their first licensing requirements through to established operators and multinational investors. We scale our advisory to the client's stage and scale.

Yes, representation before State Pollution Control Boards and other applicable regulators is part of our practice in this sector, alongside the advisory and transactional work outlined above.

Yes — our sector teams combine regulatory advisory with litigation and dispute resolution capability, so clients have continuity of counsel if a compliance matter escalates into a contentious one.

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