Training on Environmental Law Essentials: Tools for Today’s Changemakers

India has enacted several landmark environmental laws—including the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, and the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986—to prevent and control environmental degradation. Over the years, the country has built a robust legal and regulatory framework to safeguard natural ecosystems and public health.

But as environmental regulations continue to evolve, professionals working in this space must stay current with the law. From new waste management rules to strengthen compliance requirements and the growing role of environmental courts, understanding the legal landscape is crucial for anyone engaged in environmental work today.

To address this need, the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) is offering a 10-day online training programme “Training on Environmental Law Essentials: Tools for Today’s Changemakers” from September 8-17, 2025, that unpacks India’s key environmental laws, recent regulatory developments, institutions, and the practical significance of these laws in driving sustainable environmental governance.

Whether you're from industry, academia, civil society, or government, this course will help you build a solid foundation in environmental law—and apply it meaningfully in your work!

PROGRAM DESIGN

ONLINE - SELF STUDY FORMAT

Daily pre-recorded lessons +  live Q&A with experts

• Self paced course hosted on the Moodle platform.
• New pre-recorded sessions (approx. 2 hours/day) released daily.
• All content remains accessible throughout the course.
• Live Q&A sessions with subject matter experts.

KEY LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Understanding the structure, key institutions, and implementation record of environmental governance in India.
• An introduction to core environmental legislations including the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986; Air Act, 1981; and Water Act, 1974. The session will also cover major waste-related rules such as the Solid Waste, Plastic Waste, Hazardous Waste, and E-Waste Management Rules (all 2016).
• Understand the responsibilities of industries and individuals under key environmental laws, and learn best practices to meet these obligations.
• Gain insight into the role and functioning of the National Green Tribunal (NGT), environmental courts, and public interest litigation (PIL) in enforcing environmental laws.
• Understand key international environmental treaties and agreements that India is party to, and explore the business implications of non-compliance with these commitments 

FOR ANY QUERY, KINDLY CONTACT

Ahana Ghosh
Contact No: 9211253343
Email: ahana.ghosh@cseindia.org