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Renewal for for Consent to Establish_Operate under Telangana State Pollution Control Board.docx

Consent to Establish (CTE) and Consent to Operate (CTO) are two crucial legal requirements that industries must obtain before starting their operations.

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  1. Renewal under Telangana State Pollution Control Board for Consent to Establish/Operate Introduction to Consent to Establish/ Consent to Operate Consent to Establish (CTE) and Consent to Operate (CTO) are two crucial legal requirements that industries must obtain before starting their operations. These authorizations which are issued by the State Pollution Control Board, mandatory under the provisions of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981. The CTE is the initial consent required for the establishment of an industrial plant or an activity. The CTE certificate ensures that the proposed industry meets the environmental norms and regulations prescribed by the pollution control board. The authorities concerned will evaluate the potential environmental impacts of the industrial activity and issue a consent if they are satisfied with the compliance levels.

  2. Once an industry has been established and is ready to commence operations, it must obtain a TSPCB Consent to Operate (CTO) certificate. This certificate confirms that the industry is in compliance with relevant pollution control standards set out in the CTE Certificate, and is permitted to operate within the limits defined by the pollution control board. The CTO certificate is valid for a specified period and must be renewed periodically to ensure continued compliance. Eligibility Criteria for Renewal of Consent to Establish/Operate under Telangana State Pollution Control Board ● Compliance with environmental norms and regulations specified in the original CTE/CTO certificate ● Submission of a self certified report on compliance with environmental standards and regulations ● Submission of the industry’s latest pollution control measures ● payment of the required fee for the CTE/CTO certificate renewal ● Submission of an application for the renewal of the CTE/CTO certificate in the prescribed format ● Submission of any additional documents or reports as required by the TSPCB ● No pending cases or legal issues related to the industry or the CTE/CTO certificate ● Compliance with any additional conditions or directions issued by the TSPCB during the validity period of the original CTE/CTO certificate Validity of Consent to Establish/Operate Consent to Establish (CTE) and Consent to Operate (CTO) certificates are essential legal requirements for industries to operate legally and sustainably. The validity period of

  3. these certificates varies depending on the type of industry and the pollution load generated by it. In Telangana State, the validity period of the CTE certificate is five years, while the validity of the CTO certificate ranges from one to five years, depending on the category of the industry. Procedure for Renewal of Consent to Establish/Operate: Step-by-Step Guide ● Submit an application for the renewal of CTE/CTO certificate to the concerned regional office of TSPCB. ● Enclose a self-certified report on compliance with environmental norms and regulations specified in the original CTE/CTO certificate. ● Pay the prescribed fee for the renewal of the CTE/CTO certificate. The fee varies depending on the category of the industry. ● Submit the application and required documents in the prescribed format. ● The TSPCB may conduct an inspection of the industry to verify compliance with the environmental norms and regulations. ● If the inspection report reveals any non-compliances, the industry must rectify them promptly and reapply for the CTE/CTO certificate. ● After successful verification of compliance, the TSPCB will renew the CTE/CTO certificate and issue a new certificate with a validity period of up to five years, depending on the category of the industry. Importance of Regular Renewal of Consent to Establish/Operate ● Regular renewal of CTE/CTO ensures legal compliance and allows industries to operate sustainably.

  4. ● Renewal process involves inspection and submission of compliance reports, promoting eco-friendly practices and reducing the impact on the environment. ● Failure to renew the certificate on time can lead to legal action, penalties, and disruption of industry operations. ● Renewal process encourages industries to adopt the latest and most effective pollution control measures, promoting health and safety of workers and surrounding communities. ● Renewal of CTE/CTO certificates also indicates the industry's commitment to environmental responsibility, contributing to the overall sustainable development of the region.

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