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ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT IN OIL AND GAS UPSTREAM INDUSTRY IN INDIA

Abstract

Oil and gas upstream industry in India falls under category ‘A’ as per the Environmental Impact Assessment notification, 2006, and require prior environmental clearance before any drilling activities. The industry has potential to negatively impact surrounding environment and socio-economic conditions if not handled properly. The impacts of industrial activities have been felt on air, water, soil and even biodiversity. Although significant statutory provisions are there to deal with negative impacts during different stages of activities, these are noticed in various components of environment. The present paper throws light on the environmental issues and their management associated with the industry and give details about the rules, regulations and acts present in India.

PULAK DAS

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